Cost of Living in Cameron, LA
Population: 177 | Louisiana
Cameron is 19% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Cameron, LA: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 81, Cameron, LA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 19% cheaper than the national average and 7% above the Louisiana state average of 74. Cameron is a small community of 177 residents.
The median household income in Cameron is $51,912, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.
Everyday prices in the Lake Charles, LA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.
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
- $51,912
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -31%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $133,900
Everyday Prices in Cameron
BLS Average Prices for the Lake Charles, LA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area