Living in Ascension Parish, Louisiana

Ascension Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 119,455, part of the Baton Rouge, LA MSA metro area. The main communities are Gonzales, Donaldsonville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,621/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $287K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 66°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Ascension Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.