St. Charles Parish, LA Economy


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St. Charles, LA County is an attractive and cost effective place to live. With a two-bedroom rent of $1,180, it is significantly lower than the national average of $1,430. The Grocery Cost Index in St. Charles is also low at 96 compared to the US average of 100. This makes it a great place for those looking to save money without sacrificing quality of life. Local businesses include restaurants such as Red Fish Grill and Cypress Coast Seafood Company, and attractions like the Wildlife and Fisheries Museum and Tulane University Campus are popular places to visit.

St. Charles County has an unemployment rate of 6.0%. The US average is 6.0%.

St. Charles County has seen the job market decrease by -7.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 25.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for St. Charles County
- The Sales Tax Rate for St. Charles County is 9.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for St. Charles County is 6.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for St. Charles County
- The average income of a St. Charles County resident is $35,653 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a St. Charles County resident is $72,088 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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