Cost of Living in Ascension Parish, LA

What does it cost to live in Ascension Parish? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$93,800

Median Rent

$1,230/mo

Median Home

$255,600

Affordability

523

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,292
Property Tax$119
Insurance$85

Total Monthly$1,496
% of Income19.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,230
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,255
% of Income15.7%

Living in Ascension Parish, Louisiana

Ascension Parish has a median household income of $93,800 with housing costs that represent 19.1% of income for owners and 15.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.