Cost of Living in Meraux, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.8
100 = national avg
+4.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,107
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,981
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.0
Food106.4
Transportation121.6
Healthcare105.1
Utilities102.6
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 Meraux is 104.8, which is 4.8% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,107 per year to cover basic expenses.