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Cost of living in West Carroll Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,590/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,622 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $453 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $93 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in West Carroll Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,196
per month
4 bedroom
$1,256
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in West Carroll Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,514
per year
Individual earnings
$37,743
per year
Per capita
$28,876
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in West Carroll Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$97,600
Annual property tax
$199

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in West Carroll 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 West Carroll Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.6%

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 West Carroll 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 West Carroll Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.1 min
Drive alone
88.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for West Carroll Parish

What it costs to live in West Carroll Parish each month.

Single person
$2,590
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $93
Couple
$3,591
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $470
  • State tax $124
Family
$6,006
per month
  • Rent $1,196
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $470
  • State tax $124

Frequently asked questions about West Carroll Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in West Carroll Parish?

In West Carroll Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,196 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in West Carroll Parish?

In West Carroll Parish, LA, the average household income is $48,514 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,743 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in West Carroll Parish?

The estimated cost of living in West Carroll Parish, LA is approximately $2,590 per month for a single person, $3,591 for a couple, $6,006 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in West Carroll Parish?

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

Is West Carroll Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in West Carroll Parish, LA would need approximately $2,590 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,514 per year ($4,043 per month). West Carroll Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in West Carroll Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in West Carroll Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in West Carroll Parish?

The average home value in West Carroll Parish, LA is $97,600, with average annual property taxes of $199, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does West Carroll 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