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

With a cost of living index of 64, Tullos, LA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 36% cheaper than the national average and 11% below the Louisiana state average of 74. Tullos is a small community of 285 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tullos's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $860 (35% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $78,300 (74% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Tullos is $61,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% 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 Tullos. The area sees an average annual temperature of 66°F, with summers averaging 81°F and winters around 50°F. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches spread over roughly 113 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

$860/mo

Median Home Value

$78,300

Median Monthly Housing Cost

$591/mo

Climate in Tullos

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

66°F

Avg Temperature

57.1"

Rainfall / Year

113d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	60	64	72	78	85	91	93	94	89	80	69	62
Avg °F	48	52	59	66	73	80	82	82	77	67	56	50
Low °F	37	40	47	53	61	68	71	70	65	53	43	38
Rain"	5.8	4.8	5.4	4.9	4.4	4.9	4.0	3.5	3.6	4.9	5.2	5.6

Cost of Living in Tullos, LA