Cost of Living in Perry, LA
Population: 1,014 | Louisiana
Perry is 14% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Perry, LA: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 86, Perry, LA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 14% cheaper than the national average and 11% above the Louisiana state average of 74. Perry is a small community of 1,014 residents.
The median household income in Perry is $71,534, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Perry. The area sees an average annual temperature of 69.2°F, with summers averaging 83°F and winters around 55°F. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches spread over roughly 129 days.
Everyday prices in the Lafayette, 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
- $71,534
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -5%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $181,500
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $519/mo
Everyday Prices in Perry
BLS Average Prices for the Lafayette, LA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area
Climate in Perry
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 63 | 67 | 73 | 79 | 86 | 90 | 92 | 92 | 89 | 82 | 72 | 65 |
| Avg °F | 53 | 57 | 63 | 69 | 76 | 81 | 83 | 83 | 80 | 71 | 61 | 55 |
| Low °F | 43 | 47 | 53 | 59 | 67 | 73 | 74 | 74 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 45 |
| Rain" | 5.4 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.4 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 4.5 | 4.5 |