Cost of Living in Bayou Gauche, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
171.4
100 = national avg
+71.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,409
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$178,240
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.1
Food164.0
Transportation227.9
Healthcare151.2
Utilities146.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,113
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,331
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bayou Gauche is 171.4, which is 71.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,409 per year to cover basic expenses.