Cost of Living in Chalmette, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.0
100 = national avg
-3.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,680
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,879
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.6
Food93.5
Transportation86.9
Healthcare94.8
Utilities97.6
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 Chalmette is 97.0, which is 3.0% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,680 per year to cover basic expenses.