Vernon Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Vernon Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 47,764. It is the 24th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vernon Parish is 32.1 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vernon Parish is $58,281. This is 3% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $143,500. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $208,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Vernon Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Vernon Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.0%. The Black or African American population (13.0%) is well below the state average of 30.8%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.6%.