Cost of Living in Amite City, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.3
100 = national avg
-21.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,467
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,468
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.4
Food85.0
Transportation70.1
Healthcare88.0
Utilities86.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$848
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,099
per month
The overall cost of living index in Amite City is 78.3, which is 21.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,467 per year to cover basic expenses.