Cost of Living in Prairieville, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.9
100 = national avg
+47.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,063
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,785
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing137.1
Food138.4
Transportation176.7
Healthcare130.7
Utilities130.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,064
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,204
per month
The overall cost of living index in Prairieville is 147.9, which is 47.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,063 per year to cover basic expenses.