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Cost of living in Webster Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,344/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 36,189 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 14%
Groceries $315 13%
Federal tax $245 10%
Energy $186 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $55 2%

Rent in Webster Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,193
per month
4 bedroom
$1,197
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Webster Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$37,396
per year
Individual earnings
$24,899
per year
Per capita
$24,115
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Webster Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,600
Annual property tax
$402

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Webster 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 Webster Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Webster 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 Webster Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.0 min
Drive alone
84.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
6.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Webster Parish

What it costs to live in Webster Parish each month.

Single person
$2,344
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $245
  • State tax $55
Couple
$3,396
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $307
  • State tax $92
Family
$5,808
per month
  • Rent $1,193
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $307
  • State tax $92

Frequently asked questions about Webster Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Webster Parish?

In Webster Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,193 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Webster Parish?

In Webster Parish, LA, the average household income is $37,396 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $24,899 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Webster Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Webster Parish, LA is approximately $2,344 per month for a single person, $3,396 for a couple, $5,808 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Webster Parish?

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

Is Webster Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Webster Parish, LA would need approximately $2,344 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $37,396 per year ($3,116 per month). Webster Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Webster Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Webster Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Webster Parish?

The average home value in Webster Parish, LA is $105,600, with average annual property taxes of $402, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Webster Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Webster Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Webster Parish is in the Minden, LA metro area.

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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