Cost of Living in Iowa, LA

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3%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
5%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Iowa Louisiana National
Cost of living9793100
Groceries10098100
Health care9796100
Housing9582100
Transportation9397100
Utilities104101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9796100
Household Items9798100
Education & Childcare9795100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Iowa is 4% higher than the Louisiana average
  • The cost of living in Iowa is 3% lower than the national average
  • Iowa housing is 5% lower than the national average
  • Louisiana general sales tax is 13% lower than the national average
  • Louisiana state income tax is 29% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$111,010$9,251$2,590$3,331
      Renters$41,260$3,438$963$1,238

      Louisiana Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Louisiana 4.45% 11.45%

      Louisiana Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Louisiana 1.85% 4.25%

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      Fenton, LA2708217.5%
      Welsh, LA3,307937.3%
      Iowa, LA3,282973.1%

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      Iowa, LA3,282973.1%
      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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