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Cost of Living in St. Bernard Parish

Is it better to rent or buy in St. Bernard 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

Adjust the sliders to match your scenario. We recommend keeping total housing costs under 40% of your gross income.

$62,793
$1,170/mo

Median in area: $1,170

$206,013

Median in area: $206,013

$41,203

If you Rent

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$1,349 /mo
Base Rent$1,170
Est. Utilities$179
% of Income25.8%
Pre-tax Residual$3,884

If you Buy

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$1,601 /mo
P&I (7.06%)$1,103
Taxes & Ins$319
Est. Utilities$179
% of Income30.6%
Pre-tax Residual$3,632

Compare Nearby Areas

See how St. Bernard Parish stacks up against neighboring areas.

countySt. Tammany Parish, LA
$1,339/mo
countyHancock County, MS
$1,085/mo
countyHarrison County, MS
$1,147/mo
countyOrleans Parish, LA
$1,347/mo
countyPlaquemines Parish, LA
$1,353/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in St. Bernard Parish?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in St. Bernard Parish. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,349, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,601 per month (a difference of $252).

How much do utilities cost in St. Bernard Parish?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in St. Bernard Parish is approximately $179. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in St. Bernard Parish?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in St. Bernard Parish without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $53,960 per year.