Cost of Living in Bourg, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.6
100 = national avg
+19.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,620
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,376
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.3
Food126.5
Transportation152.9
Healthcare121.2
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$904
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,102
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bourg is 119.6, which is 19.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,620 per year to cover basic expenses.