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Gray, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Terrebonne Parish County
3.0
/5.0
B
Good
5,524
Population
481/sq mi density
$57,472
Median Income
$30,469 per capita
$155,200
Home Value
$226,459 Zillow
$1,118
Median Rent
18.9% income on rent
70°F
Avg Temperature
317 sunny days/yr
542
Violent Crime/100K
4,202 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,472 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,200 home value, $1,118/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
542 violent crimes/100K (43% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
88.2
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$1,118
4% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$3,045
13% below US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$763
per month
1 Bedroom
$832
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,007
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,298
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,508
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$650/mo
$7,800/year
Toddler (Center)
$628/mo
$7,536/year
Preschool (Center)
$606/mo
$7,272/year
Infant (Family)
$616/mo
$7,392/year
Toddler (Family)
$585/mo
$7,020/year
Preschool (Family)
$598/mo
$7,176/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $220.50 |
| Specialist Visit | $308.70 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $176.40 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,940.40 |
| Dental Cleaning | $114.66 |
| Dental Filling | $220.50 |
| Root Canal | $882.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,058.40 |
| Tooth Extraction | $220.50 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,323.00 |
| Teeth Whitening | $441.00 |
| Dental Implant | $3,528.00 |
| Eye Exam | $176.40 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $308.70 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $220.50 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,205.00 per eye |
| X-Ray | $220.50 |
| MRI | $1,323.00 |
| CT Scan | $1,058.40 |
| Ultrasound | $352.80 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $132.30 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $132.30 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $66.15 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $220.50 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $154.35 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $264.60 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,205.00 |
| Mammogram | $264.60 |
| Knee Replacement | $30,870.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $28,224.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,087.00 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $22,050.00 |
| Appendectomy | $13,230.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $19,404.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $11,466.00 |
| Flu Shot | $35.28 |
| COVID Test | $88.20 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $13.23 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $220.50 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,058.40 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $39.69 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $66.15 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $264.60 |
| Tire Rotation | $35.28 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $529.20 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $176.40 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,646.00 |
| AC Repair | $441.00 |
| Windshield Replacement | $308.70 |
| Wheel Alignment | $88.20 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $176.40 |
| Alternator Replacement | $441.00 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $617.40 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $176.40 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.41 per mile |
| State Inspection | $26.46 |
| Emissions Test | $44.10 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $88.20 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $88.20 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $79.38 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $352.80 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,174.00 |
| Roof Repair | $882.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $7,938.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,205.00 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,087.00 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $176.40 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $441.00 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $154.35 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $44.10 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $132.30 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $705.60 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $176.40 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $264.60 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,410.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $26,460.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $10,584.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.06 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $573.30 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $26.46 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,058.40 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,323.00 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $352.80 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,323.00 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,230.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,410.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,323.00 |
| Will Preparation | $441.00 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,205.00 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,764.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $264.60 |
| LLC Formation | $441.00 |
| Immigration Consultation | $264.60 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,646.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $29.11 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $22.05 |
| Women's Haircut | $48.51 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $132.30 |
| Manicure | $22.05 |
| Pedicure | $35.28 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $70.56 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $88.20 |
| Gym Membership | $44.10 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $61.74 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $13.23 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.53 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $220.50 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.62 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.09 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.35 |
| Chicken Breast | $3.97 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $4.85 per lb |
| Rice | $0.88 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.57 per lb |
| Apples | $1.59 per lb |
| Coffee | $6.62 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.09 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $8.82 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $15.88 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $52.92 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $15.88 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $4.85 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $8.82 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $13.23 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $7.50 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $22.05 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $44.10 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $123.48 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $61.74 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $61.74 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $61.74 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $57.33 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $74.97 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $30.87 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,764.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $176.40 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,764.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $61.74 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13.23 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $88.20 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26.46 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $44.10 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $352.80 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,058.40 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $882.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $352.80 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $44.10 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $882.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,025.00 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,528.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $8,820.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $52.92 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $88.20 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $52.92 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $35.28 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $264.60 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $176.40 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $705.60 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $352.80 |
| Microchipping | $44.10 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 88.2 |
| Median Rent | $1,118 |
| Rent Burden | 18.9% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,045 |
| FMR Studio | $763 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $832 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,007 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,298 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,508 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $650 |
| Toddler (Center) | $628 |
| Preschool (Center) | $606 |
| Infant (Family) | $616 |
| Toddler (Family) | $585 |
| Preschool (Family) | $598 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $57,472 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,469 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,055 |