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Cost of Living in Palmetto, LA

Population: 127 | Louisiana

96
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Palmetto is 4% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
100
Home Values
89
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 96, Palmetto, LA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 22% above the Louisiana state average of 74. Palmetto is a small community of 127 residents.

The median household income in Palmetto is $26,615, which is 65% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Palmetto. The area sees an average annual temperature of 69.4°F, with summers averaging 83°F and winters around 55°F. Annual rainfall totals 62.8 inches spread over roughly 117 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

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
$26,615
vs US Median ($75,149)
-65%

Housing

Climate in Palmetto

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

69.4°F
Avg Temperature
62.8"
Rainfall / Year
117d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 62 66 73 79 86 90 92 92 89 81 72 64
Avg °F 53 57 63 69 77 82 83 84 80 71 61 55
Low °F 44 47 53 59 67 73 75 75 70 60 50 45
Rain" 5.9 4.1 3.7 4.9 5.4 7.1 6.3 6.3 5.0 4.8 4.4 5.0

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