Cost of Living in Ouachita Parish, LA

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

Median Income

$49,261

Median Rent

$886/mo

Median Home

$172,800

Affordability

408

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$874
Property Tax$73
Insurance$58

Total Monthly$1,005
% of Income24.5%

Renting

Median Rent$886
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$911
% of Income21.6%

Living in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana

Ouachita Parish has a median household income of $49,261 with housing costs that represent 24.5% of income for owners and 21.6% 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.