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Cost of Living in East Carroll Parish

Is it better to rent or buy in East Carroll Parish? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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Rent vs. Buy Affordability Calculator

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$38,229
$645/mo

Median in area: $645

$117,432

Median in area: $117,432

$23,486

If you Rent

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$849 /mo
Base Rent$645
Est. Utilities$204
% of Income26.6%
Pre-tax Residual$2,337

If you Buy

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$910 /mo
P&I (7.119%)$633
Taxes & Ins$73
Est. Utilities$204
% of Income28.6%
Pre-tax Residual$2,276

Compare Nearby Areas

See how East Carroll Parish stacks up against neighboring areas.

countyRichland Parish, LA
$907/mo
countyChicot County, AR
$679/mo
countyMadison Parish, LA
$675/mo
countyWest Carroll Parish, LA
$786/mo
countyIssaquena County, MS
$339/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in East Carroll Parish?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in East Carroll Parish. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $849, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $910 per month (a difference of $61).

How much do utilities cost in East Carroll Parish?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in East Carroll Parish is approximately $204. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in East Carroll Parish?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in East Carroll Parish without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $33,960 per year.