Ville Platte, LA Cost of Living


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Ville Platte cost of living score
75.9
Less expensive
24.1% lower
than the US average
15.6% lower
than the Louisiana average
Ville Platte, Louisiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.1% lower than the U.S. average and 15.6% higher than the average for Louisiana.

Ville Platte, LA

Housing costs in Ville Platte?
A typical home costs $97,100, which is 71.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.5% less expensive than the average Louisiana home, at $184,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ville Platte costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 37.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,000.

Can I afford Ville Platte?
To live comfortably in Ville Platte, Louisiana, a minimum annual income of $18,720 for a family, and $23,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ville Platte?
Ville Platte, LA offers an attractive cost of living. According to Best Places, the cost of living in Ville Platte is 6.5% lower than the national average. This makes it an ideal place for families looking to stretch their budget and still enjoy a high quality of life. The median home price is $86,300, significantly lower than many other parts of Louisiana or the nation as a whole. Groceries are also fairly priced, with an index score of 88.0 compared to the national average of 100. In addition, utilities such as electricity and heating oil are both below-average when compared to national prices. With all these factors considered, it’s easy to see why Ville Platte is becoming increasingly popular for those looking for a good balance between quality and affordability.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesVille PlatteLouisianaUnited States
  75.989.9100.0
  88.292.7100
  115.8113.2100.0
  24.564.9100.0
  $97,100$184,800$338,100
  93.4%89.9%100.0%
  90.4108.2100.0
  69.681.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

I lived in Ville Platte for 17 years. I was born and raised there and most of my family and friends are there. There are way more cons than pros for this small town.  More

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