Cost of Living in Laplace, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.4
100 = national avg
+3.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,513
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,577
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing104.5
Food102.0
Transportation104.0
Healthcare101.6
Utilities102.1
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 Laplace is 103.4, which is 3.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,513 per year to cover basic expenses.