Central, LA Cost of Living


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Central cost of living score
93.2
Less expensive
6.8% lower
than the US average
3.7% higher
than the Louisiana average
Central, Louisiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.8% lower than the U.S. average and 3.7% lower than the average for Louisiana.

Central, LA

Housing costs in Central?
A typical home costs $273,000, which is 19.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.7% more expensive than the average Louisiana home, at $184,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Central costs $1,030 per month, which is 28.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.9% more than the state average of $1,000.

Can I afford Central?
To live comfortably in Central, Louisiana, a minimum annual income of $52,200 for a family, and $36,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Central?
The cost of living in Central, LA is relatively low compared to other major cities in the United States. Residents can find a variety of housing options that are affordable for all types of budgets, including single family homes and apartments. Additionally, groceries and other necessities are reasonably priced throughout the area making it easier for residents to save money. Additionally, Central, LA is known for its many restaurants offering delicious meals at reasonable prices. Consequently, living in Central, LA can be an affordable option for those wanting to live close to downtown New Orleans but still enjoy the small town feel of Central.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCentralLouisianaUnited States
  93.289.9100.0
  97.492.7100
  116.2113.2100.0
  64.064.9100.0
  $273,000$184,800$338,100
  88.2%89.9%100.0%
  122.1108.2100.0
  96.681.4100.0

   100=National Average

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