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Cost of living in Winn Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,809/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,506 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $816 29%
Federal tax $530 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $107 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Winn Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$816
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,265
per month
4 bedroom
$1,318
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Winn Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$46,368
per year
Individual earnings
$42,460
per year
Per capita
$27,165
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Winn Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$102,600
Annual property tax
$323

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Winn 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 Winn Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.2%

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 Winn 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 Winn Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.5 min
Drive alone
80.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Winn Parish

What it costs to live in Winn Parish each month.

Single person
$2,809
per month
  • Rent $816
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $530
  • State tax $107
Couple
$3,554
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $439
  • State tax $118
Family
$6,038
per month
  • Rent $1,265
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $439
  • State tax $118

Frequently asked questions about Winn Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Winn Parish?

In Winn Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $816 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,265 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Winn Parish?

In Winn Parish, LA, the average household income is $46,368 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,460 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Winn Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Winn Parish, LA is approximately $2,809 per month for a single person, $3,554 for a couple, $6,038 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Winn Parish?

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

Is Winn Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Winn Parish, LA would need approximately $2,809 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $46,368 per year ($3,864 per month). Winn Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Winn Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Winn Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Winn Parish?

The average home value in Winn Parish, LA is $102,600, with average annual property taxes of $323, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Winn 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