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Cost of living in Vernon Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,781/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 47,764 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $881 32%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $451 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $93 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Vernon Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$875
per month
1 bedroom
$881
per month
2 bedroom
$1,156
per month
3 bedroom
$1,484
per month
4 bedroom
$1,592
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Vernon Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,281
per year
Individual earnings
$37,661
per year
Per capita
$29,550
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Vernon Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$143,500
Annual property tax
$776

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Vernon Parish

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$152
per month · 12.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$34
per month
Annual total
$2,232
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Vernon Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.8%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Vernon Parish

State and local tax rates for Louisiana.

State income tax
4.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
4.5%
Combined sales tax
9.6%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Vernon Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.4 min
Drive alone
80.9%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Vernon Parish

What it costs to live in Vernon Parish each month.

Single person
$2,781
per month
  • Rent $881
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $451
  • State tax $93
Couple
$4,032
per month
  • Rent $1,156
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $624
  • State tax $158
Family
$6,482
per month
  • Rent $1,484
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $624
  • State tax $158

Frequently asked questions about Vernon Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Vernon Parish?

In Vernon Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $881 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,156 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,484 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Vernon Parish?

In Vernon Parish, LA, the average household income is $58,281 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,661 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Vernon Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Vernon Parish, LA is approximately $2,781 per month for a single person, $4,032 for a couple, $6,482 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Vernon Parish?

The combined sales tax rate in Vernon Parish, LA is 9.55%, which includes the Louisiana state rate of 4.45% plus an average local rate of 5.10%.

Is Vernon Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Vernon Parish, LA would need approximately $2,781 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,281 per year ($4,857 per month). Vernon Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Vernon Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Vernon Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Vernon Parish?

The average home value in Vernon Parish, LA is $143,500, with average annual property taxes of $776, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Vernon Parish compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources