Cost of Living in Patterson, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.6
100 = national avg
-22.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,143
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,701
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.5
Food86.7
Transportation73.4
Healthcare89.4
Utilities86.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$722
per month
2 Bedroom
$947
per month
The overall cost of living index in Patterson is 77.6, which is 22.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,143 per year to cover basic expenses.