Cost of Living in Metairie, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.6
100 = national avg
+17.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,750
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$122,318
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing133.2
Food106.0
Transportation112.0
Healthcare104.8
Utilities110.2
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 Metairie is 117.6, which is 17.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 133.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,750 per year to cover basic expenses.