Cost of Living in Baldwin, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.8
100 = national avg
-31.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,261
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,527
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.5
Food72.6
Transportation45.2
Healthcare78.1
Utilities79.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$722
per month
2 Bedroom
$947
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baldwin is 68.8, which is 31.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,261 per year to cover basic expenses.