Cost of Living in Grambling, LA

With a cost of living index of 61, Grambling, LA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 39% cheaper than the national average and 13% below the Louisiana state average of 74. Grambling is a smaller community of 5,302 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Grambling's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $518 (61% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $176,000 (42% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 10x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Grambling is $17,670, which is 76% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 35% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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.