Cost of Living in Hahnville, LA

Population 3,826 · Louisiana · Data vintage 2023

65
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Hahnville offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $226,000 — costs less than 3.1 times median household income of $72,361, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago. The labor market has been unusually tight, with unemployment around 0.7% — below most comparable cities in the state.

Located 15 miles west of Metairie, Hahnville falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 27% lower than Metairie's $309,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 74
Rent 51

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Hahnville

The median home value in Hahnville is $226,300 — 26% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $676/month, 49% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $72,361/year is 3% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 0.7%, below the national average of 4.8%. Louisiana's top state income tax rate is 4.3% and the combined sales tax is 9.5%. The climate averages highs of 78.5°F and lows of 62.5°F. Overall, Hahnville has a cost of living index of 65 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 35% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$226,300
26% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$204,663
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$676/mo
49% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
27.9x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
0.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$731
1 BR
$816
2 BR
$988
3 BR
$1,280
4 BR
$1,513
Owner-occupied 91.9%
Renter-occupied 8.1%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$676
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,290/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
28.2 min
4% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
5.6%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
76.0%
Carpooled
17.7%
Work from home
5.6%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 4.3%
Total Sales Tax 9.5%
State rate 4.5%
Avg local rate 5.1%
Property Tax 0.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$72,361
3% below avg
Per Capita Income
$34,416
Unemployment Rate
0.7%
85% below avg
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Labor Force Participation
57.0%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 14.5%
Graduate degree 2.7%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 42.1
Male median age 30.7
Female median age 44.3

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
78.5°F
Avg Low
62.5°F
Annual Precip
63.4"
Annual Snowfall
0"
40° 55° 70° 85° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 636672798590919188817165
Low °F 465055626975777774645448
Precip" 5.184.134.365.225.647.626.796.915.113.703.874.82

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Hahnville, LA?

Hahnville has a cost index of 65 (100 = national average). It is 35% below the national average.

What is average rent in Hahnville, LA?

The median gross rent in Hahnville is $676 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Hahnville?

The median home value in Hahnville is $226,300 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Hahnville?

The median household income in Hahnville is $72,361 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Hahnville, LA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Hahnville is 9.5%. The Louisiana state income tax top rate is 4.3%.

Is Hahnville, LA affordable?

Yes, Hahnville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 65 — about 35% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Hahnville?

Hahnville has average high temperatures of 78.5°F and average lows of 62.5°F. Annual precipitation is 63.4". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Hahnville at a Glance

Population
3,826
Median Income
$72,361
Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$676/mo
Unemployment
0.7%
Avg High Temp
78.5°F
Sales Tax
9.5%
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