Cost of Living in Start, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.9
100 = national avg
-8.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,455
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,621
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.1
Food101.7
Transportation103.4
Healthcare101.4
Utilities95.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$759
per month
2 Bedroom
$944
per month
The overall cost of living index in Start is 91.9, which is 8.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,455 per year to cover basic expenses.