Cost of Living in Palmetto, LA
Population: 127 | Louisiana
Palmetto is 4% less expensive than the national average.
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)
| 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 |