Living in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana

East Carroll Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 7,307. The main communities are Lake Providence.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $485/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $61K. The county has a relatively high unemployment rate at 8.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 59°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

East Carroll Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a predominantly working-class population (9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.