Special Interest
Housing in Vernon Parish
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Vernon Parish averages $1,068/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Louisiana median of $1,064 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 28% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Vernon Parish FMR Area are $788 for a studio, $815 for 1‑bedroom, $1,069 for 2‑bedroom, $1,377 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,499 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — rent prices remain consistent between the two periods
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Vernon Parish was 4.9% in 2024, compared to Louisiana at 4.4% and the national rate of 4.0%.
