Living in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana

Tangipahoa Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 128,755. The main communities are Hammond, Amite City, Kentwood.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,302/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $211K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Tangipahoa Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 35 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.