Cost of Living in Alexandria, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.8
100 = national avg
-13.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,190
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,266
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.5
Food86.2
Transportation79.8
Healthcare89.0
Utilities90.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$780
per month
2 Bedroom
$994
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 86.8, which is 13.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,190 per year to cover basic expenses.