Vernon Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Vernon Parish, Louisiana has a population of 47,117, the 24th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $57,270 and the median home value is $156,000. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Vernon Parish Quick Facts
How Vernon Parish Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 47,764 | 47,117 | -1.4% |
| Median household income | $58,281 | $57,270 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $143,500 | $156,000 | +8.7% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Vernon Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeRidder | 9,763 | $59,801 | 19.1% | $156,600 |
| Fort Polk South | 7,869 | $63,800 | 14.0% | N/A |
| Leesville | 5,495 | $37,500 | 33.7% | $118,600 |
| Fort Polk North | 2,401 | $47,588 | 16.7% | N/A |
| New Llano | 2,144 | $52,135 | 20.8% | $118,100 |
| Rosepine | 1,702 | $60,625 | 9.5% | $172,600 |
| Anacoco | 889 | $73,214 | 13.2% | $211,500 |
| Pitkin | 489 | $116,419 | 4.9% | N/A |
| Hornbeck | 412 | $37,462 | 22.4% | $110,700 |
| Simpson | 395 | $90,313 | 9.1% | $147,200 |
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Population Overview
Vernon Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 47,117. It is the 24th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vernon Parish is 32.4 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Vernon Parish is $57,270. This is 6% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $156,000. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Vernon Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Vernon Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.2%. The Black or African American population (12.2%) is well below the state average of 30.5%.
Education
19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Vernon Parish come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Louisiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Vernon Parish, Louisiana?
Vernon Parish has a population of 47,117, making it the 24th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Vernon Parish?
The median household income in Vernon Parish is $57,270 with a poverty rate of 19.0%.
How many cities are in Vernon Parish, Louisiana?
Vernon Parish contains 10 Census-designated places.