Slidell, LA Cost of Living


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Slidell cost of living score
98.4
Less expensive
1.6% lower
than the US average
9.5% higher
than the Louisiana average
Slidell, Louisiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 98.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.6% lower than the U.S. average and 9.5% lower than the average for Louisiana.

Slidell, LA

Housing costs in Slidell?
A typical home costs $220,900, which is 34.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.5% more expensive than the average Louisiana home, at $184,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Slidell costs $1,280 per month, which is 10.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.9% more than the state average of $1,000.

Can I afford Slidell?
To live comfortably in Slidell, Louisiana, a minimum annual income of $42,480 for a family, and $43,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Slidell?
The cost of living in Slidell, LA is generally lower than the national average. The city has a median home value of $179,400 and the median household income is $53,220. The average rent for a one bedroom apartment is $722/month, which is quite reasonable compared to other cities in the area. Groceries and other essential items are also quite affordable, with many local businesses offering discounts on food and goods to residents. In general, Slidell is a great place to live if you're looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSlidellLouisianaUnited States
  98.489.9100.0
  95.892.7100
  111.1113.2100.0
  68.664.9100.0
  $220,900$184,800$338,100
  88.4%89.9%100.0%
  103.4108.2100.0
  98.881.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Slidell
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Over 12 years ago

it is too close to new orleans east where there their crime has spread, had recent robberies. It is no longer nice to live. Sales tax rate has also increased in the  More

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Over 16 years ago

Crime is very little in my apartment  More

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Over 16 years ago

We are new to this city and state and would like more information as to finding affordable housing for low income  More

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