Cost of Living in Arcadia, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.1
100 = national avg
-31.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,961
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,816
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.1
Food77.0
Transportation76.2
Healthcare81.6
Utilities78.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$707
per month
2 Bedroom
$834
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arcadia is 68.1, which is 31.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,961 per year to cover basic expenses.