Cost of Living in Lafitte, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.5
100 = national avg
-12.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,492
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,982
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.9
Food86.0
Transportation71.9
Healthcare88.8
Utilities91.6
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 Lafitte is 87.5, which is 12.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,492 per year to cover basic expenses.