Cost of Living in Jackson, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.1
100 = national avg
-30.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,410
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,879
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.0
Food79.0
Transportation58.1
Healthcare83.2
Utilities80.8
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 Jackson is 69.1, which is 30.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,410 per year to cover basic expenses.