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

With a cost of living index of 69, Rosepine, LA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 31% cheaper than the national average and 5% below the Louisiana state average of 74. Rosepine is a small community of 1,817 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Rosepine's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $725 (45% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $193,300 (37% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Rosepine is $59,258, which is 21% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Rosepine. The area sees an average annual temperature of 67.6°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 52°F. Annual rainfall totals 58.8 inches spread over roughly 0 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.

Housing

Median Rent

$725/mo

Median Home Value

$193,300

Median Monthly Housing Cost

$765/mo

Climate in Rosepine

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

67.6°F

Avg Temperature

58.8"

Rainfall / Year

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	62	65	72	79	86	91	93	93	89	81	70	62
Avg °F	51	54	61	67	75	81	83	83	78	69	58	52
Low °F	40	43	49	56	64	71	73	72	67	57	47	41
Rain"	5.6	4.9	5.3	5.3	4.7	5.3	4.6	3.8	4.3	4.9	4.8	5.3

Cost of Living in Rosepine, LA