Jackson Parish, Louisiana Housing Market
In Jackson Parish, Louisiana, the median home value is $115,600, with a median monthly rent of $736. This places Jackson Parish at #2714 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #49 within Louisiana.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,122
- Establishments: 275
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 5,161 (avg $57,964)
- Outflow: 4,987 (avg $58,022)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 1 active ZIP codes in Jackson Parish · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71270 | 218.2 | +3.82% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How Jackson Parish Compares
| Metric | Jackson Parish | Louisiana Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,600 | $167,368 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $736 | $914 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 70.0% | 72.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 13.1 | 15.1 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Jackson Parish is 30.9% below the Louisiana state average and 49.2% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $736/month is 19.5% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 13.1, buying a home in Jackson Parish is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Jackson Parish has an owner-occupancy rate of 70.0%, compared to 72.2% in Louisiana and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattooga County | Georgia | $115,600 | $790 |
| Sullivan County | Missouri | $115,600 | $673 |
| Coosa County | Alabama | $115,500 | $665 |
| Montgomery County | Georgia | $115,500 | $760 |
| Christian County | Illinois | $115,500 | $785 |
Other Counties in Louisiana
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster Parish | $114,500 | $795 | 66.8% |
| Franklin Parish | $113,000 | $721 | 73.2% |
| Union Parish | $112,500 | $778 | 77.8% |
| Morehouse Parish | $118,800 | $839 | 68.6% |
| LaSalle Parish | $119,500 | $657 | 80.6% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).