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Cost of living in Louisiana

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 64 Louisiana counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$867/mo
Avg. household income
$55,250/yr
Avg. home value
$161,894
Avg. monthly cost
$2,760/mo
Cheapest county
Webster Parish
$2,344/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
St. Charles Parish
$3,317/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Louisiana

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
4.25%
Top marginal rate

Louisiana has a graduated state income tax ranging from 1.85% to 4.25%.

State sales tax
4.45%
Combined sales tax
9.55%
incl. average local of 5.10%

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Rent in Louisiana

The average one-bedroom rent across Louisiana is $867/mo. Rent varies from $688/mo in Acadia Parish to $1,236/mo in St. Tammany Parish.

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Cheapest places to live in Louisiana

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Louisiana

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Louisiana

Top 10 by average household income.

All 64 counties in Louisiana

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Frequently asked questions about Louisiana

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Louisiana?

The average cost of living in Louisiana is approximately $2,760 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,344/mo in Webster Parish to $3,317/mo in St. Charles Parish.

What is the average rent in Louisiana?

The average one-bedroom rent in Louisiana is $867 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 64 counties.

What is the average salary in Louisiana?

The average household income in Louisiana is $55,250 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Louisiana have state income tax?

Yes, Louisiana has a graduated income tax ranging from 1.85% to 4.25%.

What is the sales tax in Louisiana?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Louisiana averages 9.55%. The state rate is 4.45% with an average local addition of 5.10%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Louisiana?

The cheapest counties to live in Louisiana based on overall monthly costs are: 1. East Carroll Parish ($2,286/mo), 2. Webster Parish ($2,344/mo), 3. Lincoln Parish ($2,402/mo), 4. Madison Parish ($2,406/mo), 5. Morehouse Parish ($2,417/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Louisiana?

The most expensive counties to live in Louisiana based on overall monthly costs are: 1. St. Charles Parish ($3,317/mo), 2. St. Tammany Parish ($3,299/mo), 3. Plaquemines Parish ($3,246/mo), 4. Ascension Parish ($3,241/mo), 5. St. Bernard Parish ($3,232/mo).

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About this data

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

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources