Cost of Living in Fort Polk South, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.0
100 = national avg
+2.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,876
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,069
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.0
Food98.0
Transportation64.3
Healthcare98.4
Utilities103.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$793
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,041
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Polk South is 102.0, which is 2.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,876 per year to cover basic expenses.