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Cost of Living in St. Landry Parish

Is it better to rent or buy in St. Landry 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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$46,941
$849/mo

Median in area: $849

$140,453

Median in area: $140,453

$28,091

If you Rent

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$1,039 /mo
Base Rent$849
Est. Utilities$190
% of Income26.6%
Pre-tax Residual$2,873

If you Buy

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$1,050 /mo
P&I (7.198%)$763
Taxes & Ins$97
Est. Utilities$190
% of Income26.8%
Pre-tax Residual$2,862

Compare Nearby Areas

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

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$723/mo
countyPointe Coupee Parish, LA
$815/mo
countySt. Martin Parish, LA
$887/mo
countyAcadia Parish, LA
$733/mo
countyEvangeline Parish, LA
$755/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

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

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in St. Landry Parish. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,039, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,050 per month (a difference of $11).

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

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in St. Landry Parish is approximately $190. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

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

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in St. Landry Parish without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $41,560 per year.