Cost of Living in Saline, LA

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20%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
60%
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 Saline Louisiana National
Cost of living8093100
Groceries9898100
Health care9796100
Housing4082100
Transportation9597100
Utilities98101100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9896100
Household Items9798100
Education & Childcare9895100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Saline is 14% lower than the Louisiana average
  • The cost of living in Saline is 20% lower than the national average
  • Saline housing is 60% 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$50,778$4,232$1,185$1,523
      Renters$43,394$3,616$1,012$1,302

      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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      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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