Alexandria, Louisiana has an overall cost of living index of 111.2, which is 11.2 points above the US average of 100 — making it pricier than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, while the typical home is valued around $182,800. Households earn a median of $47,357 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$47,357
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$946
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$182,800
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
111.2
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$728
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$780
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$994
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,342
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
111.2
Goods
106.9
Rents / Housing
157.1
Services
101.7
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
4.25%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
4.45%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $148,480 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $99,000 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $81,560 |
| ⚡Electrician | $75,850 |
| 📊Accountant | $104,850 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
44,566
Latest estimate
Median Age
37.6 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Alexandria?
Alexandria has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 111.2. The US national average is 100, so Alexandria is 11.2 points above the national average.
What is the median rent in Alexandria?
The median gross rent in Alexandria is $946 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Alexandria?
The median household income in Alexandria is $47,357 per year.
What is the median home value in Alexandria?
The median home value in Alexandria is $182,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Alexandria?
Air quality data for Alexandria is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Alexandria?
Louisiana has a top state income tax rate of 4.25% and a statewide sales tax of 4.45% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology