Cost of Living in Lafourche Parish, LA

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

Median Income

$61,381

Median Rent

$873/mo

Median Home

$177,200

Affordability

499

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$896
Property Tax$71
Insurance$59

Total Monthly$1,026
% of Income20.1%

Renting

Median Rent$873
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$898
% of Income17.1%

Living in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

Lafourche Parish has a median household income of $61,381 with housing costs that represent 20.1% of income for owners and 17.1% 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.