Cost of Living in Slidell, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.5
100 = national avg
+11.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,071
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,986
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.9
Food100.9
Transportation101.9
Healthcare100.8
Utilities106.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,130
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,331
per month
The overall cost of living index in Slidell is 111.5, which is 11.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,071 per year to cover basic expenses.