Cost of Living in Kinder, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.5
100 = national avg
-22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,091
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,578
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.0
Food86.7
Transportation73.5
Healthcare89.4
Utilities86.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$754
per month
2 Bedroom
$834
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kinder is 77.5, which is 22.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,091 per year to cover basic expenses.