Cost of Living in Hester, LA
Population: 756 | Louisiana
Hester is 13% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Hester, LA: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 87, Hester, LA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 13% cheaper than the national average and 13% above the Louisiana state average of 74. Hester is a small community of 756 residents.
The median household income in Hester is $142,571, which is 90% higher than the national median of $75,149.
Everyday prices in the New Orleans-Metairie, 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
- $142,571
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- +90%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $189,100
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $959/mo
Everyday Prices in Hester
BLS Average Prices for the New Orleans-Metairie, LA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area