Cost of Living in Parks, LA

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

88.0

100 = national avg

-12.0 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$38,710

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$91,495

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
66.0
Food
100.6
Transportation
101.3
Healthcare
100.5
Utilities
93.6

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$898

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,019

per month

The overall cost of living index in Parks is 88.0, which is 12.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 66.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,710 per year to cover basic expenses.