Housing in Allen Parish

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Allen Parish averages $775/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 39% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Allen Parish FMR Area are $645 for a studio, $809 for 1‑bedroom, $895 for 2‑bedroom, $1,125 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,340 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $120 increase for a 2-bedroom in Allen Parish shows a 15% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Allen Parish was 4.9% in 2024, compared to Louisiana at 4.4% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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