Living in Union Parish, Louisiana

Union Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 22,477, part of the Monroe, LA MSA metro area. The main communities are Farmerville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $568/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $145K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 60°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Union Parish has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.