Bastrop, LA vs New Iberia, LA

Bastrop is moderately more affordable than New Iberia, with a 11.8% lower cost of living index. Bastrop scores 61 compared to 70 for New Iberia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Iberia can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bastrop is $828/month compared to $878/month in New Iberia — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bastrop is more affordable at $85,400 median vs $150,300.

Median household income in Bastrop is $30,069 compared to $50,802 in New Iberia (-40.8%). While New Iberia is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bastrop spend roughly 33% of their income on rent, more than the 20.7% in New Iberia. The New Iberia ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.