Cost of Living in St. Bernard Parish, LA

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

Median Income

$55,857

Median Rent

$1,037/mo

Median Home

$184,000

Affordability

436

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$930
Property Tax$77
Insurance$61

Total Monthly$1,068
% of Income22.9%

Renting

Median Rent$1,037
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,062
% of Income22.3%

Living in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana

St. Bernard Parish has a median household income of $55,857 with housing costs that represent 22.9% of income for owners and 22.3% 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.