Cost of Living in Empire, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.4
100 = national avg
-33.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,203
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,026
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing46.6
Food84.4
Transportation68.8
Healthcare87.5
Utilities80.0
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 Empire is 66.4, which is 33.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 46.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,203 per year to cover basic expenses.