Cost of Living in Vidalia, LA

Population 3,938 · Louisiana · Data vintage 2023

Cost Index
(100 = US avg)

Page updated: April 2026 · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year

Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

At $45,958, median household incomes in Vidalia land roughly 38% below the US median, a gap that tends to persist across local labor-market indicators. At 11.3%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Geographically, Vidalia lies roughly 80 miles north of the nearest major metro, Baton Rouge. Median home values run roughly 37% lower than Baton Rouge's $225,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 46

Rent 84

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

About the Cost of Living in Vidalia

The median home value in Vidalia is $141,300 — 54% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,106/month, 16% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $45,958/year is 38% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 11.3%, above the national average of 4.8%. Louisiana's top state income tax rate is 4.3% and the combined sales tax is 9.5%. Overall, Vidalia has a cost of living index of 61 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 39% less expensive.

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Vidalia has limited residential data

Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:

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🏠 Housing

Median Home Value

$141,300

54% below avg

Zillow Home Value

$599,753

Zillow ZHVI

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

16% below avg

Price-to-Rent Ratio

10.6x

Favors buying

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 70.8%

Renter-occupied 29.2%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent

$1,106

Groceries national estimate

$400

Utilities local estimate

$88

Transportation local gas prices

$126

Estimated Total $1,720/mo

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

🛒 Food & Groceries

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

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Eggs (dozen)

$0.548

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White Bread (lb)

$1.912

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Ground Beef (lb)

$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute

19.3 min

29% below avg

Gas Price

$3.145/gal

0% below avg

Work From Home

1.5%

Commute Mode

Drove alone

91.5%

Carpooled

2.3%

Walked

1.1%

Work from home

1.5%

⚡ 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

$45,958

38% below avg

Per Capita Income

$33,201

Unemployment Rate

11.3%

135% above avg

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Labor Force Participation

51.1%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 10.1%

Graduate degree 10.9%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 41.3

Male median age 35.1

Female median age 46.8

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

86%

4-Year Graduation Rate

14.7:1

Student-teacher ratio

Public schools

3,309

Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Vidalia, LA?

Vidalia has a cost index of 61 (100 = national average). It is 39% below the national average.

What is average rent in Vidalia, LA?

The median gross rent in Vidalia is $1,106 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Vidalia?

The median home value in Vidalia is $141,300 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Vidalia?

The median household income in Vidalia is $45,958 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Vidalia, LA?

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

Is Vidalia, LA affordable?

Yes, Vidalia is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 61 — about 39% below the US national average of 100.

Vidalia at a Glance

Population: 3,938
Median Income: $45,958
Home Value: $141,300
Median Rent: $1,106/mo
Unemployment: 11.3%
Sales Tax: 9.5%

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