Living in Cameron Parish, Louisiana

Cameron Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 6,817, part of the Lake Charles, LA MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $905/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $195K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Cameron Parish has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.