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Louisiana City Intelligence

Compare cost of living, salaries, and quality of life across cities in Louisiana.

Louisiana, a state in the southern United States, is characterized by its unique blend of French, Spanish, African, and Creole cultures, evident in its vibrant music, cuisine, and festivals like Mardi Gras. The economy is significantly driven by the energy sector, particularly petroleum refining, oil drilling, and natural gas extraction, alongside strong manufacturing, healthcare, and agribusiness industries. Living in Louisiana generally offers a lower cost of living compared to the national average, with housing and utilities often more affordable. The climate is humid subtropical, featuring long, hot, and humid summers with frequent precipitation, and mild winters, though the state is prone to tropical storms and hurricanes. The lifestyle is often described as relaxed and welcoming, with a strong emphasis on community and outdoor activities.

20
Cities
$49K
Avg Salary
94
Avg Cost Index
Zachary
Top City

About Louisiana

Louisiana is a state in USA with 20 cities tracked on Urblytica. The average cost index across its cities is 94, with average salaries around $48,927. Explore cost of living, salary data, and quality of life metrics for each city below.

Cities in Louisiana

Zachary #1 Best City 64

Zachary

Louisiana, USA

SafetyB
CostB-
Growth70
Avg. Rent$1,500
Median Income$84,480
Cost of Living96/100
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Slidell #2 Best City 57

Slidell

Louisiana, USA

SafetyC
CostB-
Growth65
Avg. Rent$1,384
Median Income$70,497
Cost of Living95/100
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Bossier City, Louisiana TheLionHasSeen (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons #3 Best City 47

Bossier City

Louisiana, USA

SafetyF
CostB-
Growth60
Avg. Rent$964
Median Income$55,819
Cost of Living94/100
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Natchitoches, Louisiana Wikilester1999 (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons #4 Best City 45

Natchitoches

Louisiana, USA

SafetyF
Cost—
Growth45
Avg. Rent$664
Median Income$37,133
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Alexandria, Louisiana Billy Hathorn (CC BY-SA 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons #5 Best City 36

Alexandria

Louisiana, USA

SafetyF
CostB
Growth45
Avg. Rent$974
Median Income$47,113
Cost of Living92/100
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Lake Charles #17 Best City

Lake Charles

Louisiana, USA

Safety—
Cost—
Growth—
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State Filing Fee
4.25%
State Income Tax
4.45%
Sales Tax
Required
Franchise Tax

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