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Cost of Living in Vienna Bend, LA

Population: 1,693 | Louisiana

72
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Vienna Bend is 28% less expensive than the national average.

77
Housing
38
Home Values
89
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 72, Vienna Bend, LA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 28% cheaper than the national average and 3% below the Louisiana state average of 74. Vienna Bend is a small community of 1,693 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Vienna Bend's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,020 (23% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $117,200 (62% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Vienna Bend is $41,974, which is 44% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 29% 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 Vienna Bend. The area sees an average annual temperature of 66.5°F, with summers averaging 82°F and winters around 50°F. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$41,974
vs US Median ($75,149)
-44%

Housing

Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Median Home Value
$117,200
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$814/mo

Climate in Vienna Bend

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

66.5°F
Avg Temperature
57.3"
Rainfall / Year
0d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 60 64 71 78 85 91 93 94 89 80 69 61
Avg °F 49 52 60 66 74 80 82 82 77 67 57 50
Low °F 38 41 48 55 63 69 72 71 66 55 45 40
Rain" 5.3 4.7 5.7 5.7 4.8 4.6 3.9 3.4 4.2 5.0 4.6 5.5

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