Cost of Living in Gonzales, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.9
100 = national avg
+13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,128
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,486
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing136.3
Food100.6
Transportation101.1
Healthcare100.4
Utilities107.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,064
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,204
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gonzales is 113.9, which is 13.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,128 per year to cover basic expenses.