Cost of Living in Slidell, LA
Population: 28,664 • 2026 Data
$66,657
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$1,381
Median Monthly Rent
+2% vs national
$207,800
Median Home Value
-39% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Slidell
The median home value in Slidell, LA is $207,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,381, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,245.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Slidell, LA is $66,657. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 13,537 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.