Living in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana

Evangeline Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 33,743. The main communities are Ville Platte, Mamou.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $577/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $111K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 64°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Evangeline Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.