The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Vernon parish is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 49.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 0.98%. The overall influence score for Vernon is 7.
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Vernon Parish is located in the western part of the state of Louisiana. It has a population of 52,334 people, with a median age of 39.7 years. Nearly 80% of the population is White, while the remaining 20% are African American, Hispanic, and other ethnicities.
The median household income in Vernon Parish is $41,857, with 28% of households living below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.2%, slightly above the national average of 5.0%.
The area has a humid subtropical climate and is largely rural. Agriculture is the main economic activity, with cotton and soybeans being the primary crops. Forestry is also a major industry, with timber being harvested from the Kisatchie National Forest.
Vernon Parish has excellent educational opportunities and is home to Louisiana State University-Alexandria and Northwestern State University-Leesville/Fort Polk. It also boasts many outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking in the Kisatchie National Forest.
Louisiana State OfficeFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Louisiana
3727 Government Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
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Toll Free: 866-481-9571