Cost of Living in Walker, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.6
100 = national avg
+17.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,733
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$122,277
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.7
Food114.9
Transportation129.8
Healthcare111.9
Utilities111.3
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 Walker is 117.6, which is 17.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,733 per year to cover basic expenses.