Cost of Living in Freret, New Orleans, LA

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21%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
75%
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 Freret New Orleans Louisiana
Cost of living12110793
Groceries999998
Health care989896
Housing17512782
Transportation969697
Utilities9999101
Lifestyle & Entertainment979796
Household Items999998
Education & Childcare979795
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Freret is 31% higher than the New Orleans average
  • The cost of living in Freret is 21% higher than the national average
  • Freret housing is 75% higher 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)
      Household$88,325$7,360$2,061$2,650

      Louisiana Sales Tax

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      Louisiana 4.45% 11.45%

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      Louisiana 1.85% 4.25%

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      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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