Cost of Living in Pine Prairie, LA

With a cost of living index of 65, Pine Prairie, LA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 35% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Louisiana state average of 74. Pine Prairie is a small community of 1,242 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Pine Prairie's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $704 (47% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $153,700 (50% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Pine Prairie is $32,917, which is 56% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 26% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Pine Prairie. The area sees an average annual temperature of 66.9°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 51°F. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches spread over roughly 120 days.

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.