Cost of Living in Basile, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.5
100 = national avg
-22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,114
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,633
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.2
Food87.6
Transportation75.2
Healthcare90.1
Utilities86.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$667
per month
2 Bedroom
$834
per month
The overall cost of living index in Basile is 77.5, which is 22.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,114 per year to cover basic expenses.