What it actually costs to live in
De Soto Parish, LA.
Living wage breakdown for De Soto Parish, Louisiana — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $16.04 | $33,363 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $25.02 | $52,039 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $33.58 | $69,843 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $41.96 | $87,270 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $21.66 | $45,058 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $30.74 | $63,938 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $38.99 | $81,101 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $47.06 | $97,879 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $9,837 | $820 |
| Food | $4,380 | $365 |
| Medical | $3,389 | $282 |
| Transportation | $5,067 | $422 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,070 | $173 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,615 | $218 |
| Taxes | $6,005 | $500 |
| Total | $33,363 | $2,780 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$16.04/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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