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Evangeline Parish

Louisiana · LA

#37 in Louisiana
69.8
County Score

County Report Card

About Evangeline Parish, Louisiana

Above-average livability with strong affordability

Evangeline Parish scores 69.8, notably above the national median of 50.0, reflecting solid fundamentals in housing affordability and tax efficiency. The score places it in the 69th percentile nationally.

Competitive with state average

The parish scores just below Louisiana's 70.4 average, placing it near the middle of the state's county distribution. This reflects a parish with trade-offs between affordability and income.

Lowest housing costs in this group

Evangeline Parish excels in affordability with a cost score of 87.6, median rent of $663/month, and median home value of $118,500. The tax score of 94.6 (effective rate 0.273%) further reduces the cost of living burden.

Modest income and health outcomes

The income score of 11.0 reflects a median household income of just $42,273, limiting upward mobility potential. Health outcomes (56.0) also lag, suggesting residents should assess medical access and services carefully.

For cost-conscious households seeking rural life

Evangeline Parish suits families and individuals prioritizing minimal housing costs and tax burden over income growth. This parish works best for those with stable external income or retirement resources.

Score breakdown

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🏛94.6
Property Tax
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🏠87.6
Cost of Living
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💼11
Income & Jobs
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❤56
Health
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⚡24.1
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Evangeline Parish across the ByCounty Network

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Property Tax in Evangeline Parish

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Evangeline taxes are well below average

At 0.273%, Evangeline Parish's effective property tax rate sits in the nation's bottom 10%, roughly 65% of the national median rate. The median tax bill of $323 annually is just 12% of the national median of $2,690, even as median home values here stand at $118,500—well below the national norm.

Below-average rate across Louisiana

Evangeline Parish's 0.273% effective rate falls below Louisiana's state average of 0.421%, placing it among the more affordable parishes. Homeowners here benefit from rates substantially lighter than statewide norms.

Competitive with surrounding parishes

Evangeline's 0.273% rate rivals nearby Iberia Parish (0.351%) and undercuts Franklin Parish (0.323%), offering residents a relatively attractive tax environment. The difference amounts to roughly $40–50 annually on a $150,000 home compared to neighbors.

Modest annual property tax obligation

On the median home value of $118,500, Evangeline residents pay approximately $323 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, this rises to $417 when other assessments are included.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Even affordable parishes like Evangeline sometimes overassess properties. If you believe your home's value is too high, file an appeal with the parish assessor to potentially reduce your annual bill.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Evangeline Parish

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Rents manageable, but income lags

Evangeline Parish renters spend 18.8% of income on rent, just below the national affordability threshold of 18%, but the median household income of $42,273 trails the U.S. average by $32,482. Low rents help, yet the region's weaker wage base limits true affordability gains.

Near state average on affordability

Evangeline's 18.8% rent-to-income ratio sits just below Louisiana's state average of 19.5%, placing it in the mid-tier for parish affordability. The median rent of $663 runs 24% below the state average of $873, offsetting modest local incomes.

Competitive rents in rural tier

Evangeline's $663 rent is the second-lowest in this group, trailing only East Feliciana at $745, and undercuts Grant Parish ($806) by 18%. Yet median income of $42,273 falls short of Grant ($61,112), creating mixed affordability signals.

Rents modest, but incomes modest too

At $663 monthly rent against $42,273 annual income, renters dedicate a manageable 18.8% to housing, while owners paying $597 (16.9%) fare slightly better. The parish's affordability advantage depends entirely on rents staying low—wage growth is the real need here.

Good fit for cost-conscious families

Evangeline offers reasonably priced rents ($663) and low home values ($118,500), making it attractive for families prioritizing affordability. However, job-seekers should research local employment opportunities—this parish's strength is in keeping costs down, not boosting incomes.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Evangeline Parish

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Evangeline earns well below average

Evangeline Parish median household income of $42,273 falls 43% short of the national median of $74,755. The parish struggles to generate the wage levels common across much of the country, limiting economic mobility for residents.

Below state average but stable

Evangeline's $42,273 trails Louisiana's state average of $55,250 by 23%, placing it in the lower half of parishes. However, the parish maintains modest diversification beyond agriculture, with oil and gas and manufacturing providing some wage stability.

Competitive with nearby parishes

Evangeline's $42,273 exceeds East Carroll Parish ($28,321) while falling short of Franklin Parish ($44,103) and Grant Parish ($61,112). This range reflects Evangeline's position as a mid-tier earner in central Louisiana's rural economy.

Housing costs manageable

At 18.8%, Evangeline's rent-to-income ratio sits comfortably below the 30% affordability ceiling, suggesting renters maintain reasonable housing security. The median home value of $118,500 remains accessible to households earning over $42,000 annually.

Invest in your future

With manageable housing costs, Evangeline residents have room to redirect savings toward retirement and investment accounts. Explore employer-sponsored plans, individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and consider skill-development programs that could raise earning potential.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Evangeline Parish

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Life expectancy and health challenges run deep

Evangeline residents live to 71.1 years, falling short of the national average by nearly 8 years and below Louisiana's state average of 72.5 years. Three in ten residents (30.5%) report poor or fair health, reflecting chronic disease burden and limited access to preventive care.

Parish ranks among Louisiana's struggling counties

Evangeline's life expectancy and poor health prevalence place it in the lower half of Louisiana parishes, indicating significant unmet health needs. The 8.2% uninsured rate matches state average, but combined with limited providers, leaves residents vulnerable to care gaps.

Severe mental health provider shortage compounds problems

Evangeline has 65 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, adequate for a rural parish, but only 79 mental health providers per 100,000—among the lowest in Louisiana. This mental health gap is particularly concerning given the high rates of poor health and likely depression in the population.

Insurance alone can't overcome provider barriers

Though 91.8% of Evangeline residents carry insurance, the acute shortage of mental health providers means many residents can't access psychiatric care despite having coverage. Daily life for those managing depression, anxiety, or trauma involves lengthy waits or travel outside the parish for treatment.

Get insured to access available primary care

If you're among the 8.2% uninsured in Evangeline, securing coverage through Louisiana Medicaid or healthcare.gov is your first step toward regular primary care. Mental health services may require travel, but having insurance removes the financial barrier to seeking help.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Evangeline Parish

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Evangeline faces higher-than-average disaster risk

Evangeline Parish's composite risk score of 75.92 places it in the relatively-low national category but well above typical U.S. county risk, indicating above-average exposure to multiple hazards. Tornadoes (87.79), hurricanes (89.57), and flooding (62.28) drive most of this elevated risk. The parish sits in the upper tier of American disaster exposure.

Evangeline exceeds Louisiana's state average

At 75.92, Evangeline Parish scores 13.5 points above Louisiana's state average of 62.37, making it one of the state's more hazard-exposed regions. While not as extreme as East Baton Rouge or Iberia parishes, Evangeline ranks solidly in the state's higher-risk tier. The parish faces notably steeper disaster threats than most Louisiana communities.

Riskier than Grant and Franklin, safer than East Baton Rouge

Evangeline (75.92) substantially outpaces Grant Parish (29.61) and Franklin Parish (35.91) but remains well below the extreme profile of East Baton Rouge (97.96). Compared to nearby East Feliciana (56.42), Evangeline sits about 19 points higher, reflecting greater vulnerability to tornadoes and hurricanes. The parish occupies a clear upper-middle position in regional risk.

Hurricanes and tornadoes drive most risk

Hurricanes pose the greatest single threat at 89.57, while tornadoes close behind at 87.79, making Evangeline highly vulnerable to both tropical systems and severe thunderstorms. Wildfire risk (68.67) represents a significant secondary concern, with flooding (62.28) adding additional seasonal vulnerability. These four hazards create a complex, multi-faceted threat environment.

Prioritize comprehensive multi-hazard coverage

Homeowners must carry windstorm insurance for hurricane and tornado protection, flood insurance for seasonal river and rainfall flooding, and adequate liability coverage. Wildfire risk suggests maintaining defensible space around your home and ensuring roof and gutter maintenance. Given Evangeline's above-average risk, fully insuring to replacement cost is essential, not optional.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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