salaryRent is lower than in 76% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.6 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 19.8 minutes. Most households rent (55%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $48,160 a year. That is $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Louisiana cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Louisiana. It is number 56 of 102 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in West Monroe?
Share of households by yearly income. 11.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in West Monroe
| Size | West Monroe | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $696 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $670 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $886 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,068 | $1,698 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is West Monroe overall?
Everyday prices in Louisiana overall are 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.2, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for West Monroe, so the Louisiana figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in West Monroe
Life in West Monroe
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in West Monroe?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $131 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $192,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $19,240 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in West Monroe, LA?
Renting in West Monroe costs a median of about $1,204 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Louisiana median is $1,165.
How much do I need to make to live in West Monroe?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $48,160 a year, or $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is West Monroe cheap or expensive?
West Monroe is rated OK: rent takes 27.1% of the typical household income of $53,263. It ranks 56th cheapest of 102 Louisiana cities we track.
How much are property taxes in West Monroe?
The median homeowner in West Monroe pays $626 a year in property taxes, about 0.33% of the median home value.
Is West Monroe more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Louisiana are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in West Monroe?
The median home value in West Monroe is $192,400, about 3.6 times the typical yearly household income.
12,729 people live in West Monroe. Numbers are typical (middle) values.