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Cost of living in West Feliciana Parish, LA

Part of the Baton Rouge Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,057/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,381 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,081 35%
Federal tax $516 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $315 10%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $104 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in West Feliciana Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,063
per month
1 bedroom
$1,081
per month
2 bedroom
$1,222
per month
3 bedroom
$1,528
per month
4 bedroom
$2,023
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in West Feliciana Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,277
per year
Individual earnings
$41,601
per year
Per capita
$29,175
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in West Feliciana Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$263,200
Annual property tax
$1,359

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in West Feliciana 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 Feliciana Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.2%

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 Feliciana 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 Feliciana Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.0 min
Drive alone
87.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for West Feliciana Parish

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

Single person
$3,057
per month
  • Rent $1,081
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $104
Couple
$4,417
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $886
  • State tax $215
Family
$6,845
per month
  • Rent $1,528
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $886
  • State tax $215

Frequently asked questions about West Feliciana Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in West Feliciana Parish?

In West Feliciana Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,081 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,528 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in West Feliciana Parish?

In West Feliciana Parish, LA, the average household income is $74,277 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,601 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in West Feliciana Parish?

The estimated cost of living in West Feliciana Parish, LA is approximately $3,057 per month for a single person, $4,417 for a couple, $6,845 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in West Feliciana Parish?

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

Is West Feliciana Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in West Feliciana Parish, LA would need approximately $3,057 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,277 per year ($6,190 per month). West Feliciana Parish is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in West Feliciana Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in West Feliciana Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in West Feliciana Parish?

The average home value in West Feliciana Parish, LA is $263,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,359, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does West Feliciana Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare West Feliciana Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. West Feliciana Parish is in the Baton Rouge, 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