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Cost of Living in Athens, LA

Population: 286 | Louisiana

79
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Athens is 21% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
30
Home Values
89
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Athens, LA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 79, Athens, LA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 4% above the Louisiana state average of 74. Athens is a small community of 286 residents.

The median household income in Athens is $16,250, which is 78% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$16,250
vs US Median ($75,149)
-78%

Housing

Median Home Value
$91,500
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$407/mo
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