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Cost of Living in St. John the Baptist Parish

Is it better to rent or buy in St. John the Baptist 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.

$65,706
$1,362/mo

Median in area: $1,362

$192,801

Median in area: $192,801

$38,560

If you Rent

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$1,543 /mo
Base Rent$1,362
Est. Utilities$181
% of Income28.2%
Pre-tax Residual$3,933

If you Buy

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$1,503 /mo
P&I (7.138%)$1,041
Taxes & Ins$281
Est. Utilities$181
% of Income27.4%
Pre-tax Residual$3,973

Compare Nearby Areas

See how St. John the Baptist Parish stacks up against neighboring areas.

countyLafourche Parish, LA
$1,005/mo
countyLivingston Parish, LA
$1,158/mo
countyTangipahoa Parish, LA
$1,031/mo
countySt. James Parish, LA
$1,210/mo
countySt. Charles Parish, LA
$1,319/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in St. John the Baptist Parish?›

Based on median housing data, buying is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in St. John the Baptist Parish. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,543, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,503 per month (a difference of $40).

How much do utilities cost in St. John the Baptist Parish?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in St. John the Baptist Parish is approximately $181. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in St. John the Baptist Parish?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in St. John the Baptist Parish without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $61,720 per year.