Louisiana
State in United States
Louisiana has a land area of 43,193.1 square miles and a water area of 9,168.3 square miles. It is the 33rd largest state by area. Louisiana is bordered by Arkansas, Mississippi and Texas.
Population and People
Total Population
4,624,047Data from Census BureauAverage Age
38 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
766,330Data from Census BureauVeterans
6.3%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$79,845Data from Census BureauPoverty
29.4%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
3,639,057Data from Census BureauUnemployed
4.4%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
1,783,924Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$924Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
51.6%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
48.4%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$192,800Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
583,014Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,200,910Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
16.1%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Louisiana is located in Fort Worth Regional Office. Within Louisiana there are . Throughout Louisiana there are 153 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: LOUISIANA
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our New Orleans Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
FIELD OFFICES HUD: LOUISIANA
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: LOUISIANA
TANF OFFICE HUD: LOUISIANA
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: LOUISIANA
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: LOUISIANA
RENTAL HELP: LOUISIANA
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in Louisiana
- Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator – search for HUD offices, affordable housing, public housing agencies and homeless resources
HOMEOWNERSHIP: LOUISIANA
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Louisiana
Age and Sex
38 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Louisiana
Age and Sex
38 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Louisiana
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Louisiana
Older Population
16.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Louisiana
Older Population
16.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Louisiana
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Louisiana
Veterans
6.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Louisiana
Veterans
6.30 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Louisiana
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Louisiana
Median Household Income
$52,087 +/- $750
Median Household Income in Louisiana
Median Household Income
$52,087 +/- $750
Median Household Income in Louisiana
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Louisiana
Poverty
19.60 +/- 0.7
Poverty in Louisiana
Poverty
19.60 +/- 0.7
Poverty in Louisiana
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Louisiana
Educational Attainment
26.40 +/- 0.6
Educational Attainment in Louisiana
Educational Attainment
26.40 +/- 0.6
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Louisiana
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Louisiana
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Louisiana
Employment rate
53.40% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Louisiana
Employment rate
53.40% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Louisiana
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: LOUISIANA
HUD Multifamily Housing Updates for the Southwest Region This Mailing list’s purpose will be to provide updates and announcements for the Southwest Region Multifamily stakeholders, owners, management agents, and lenders.
Region VI Environment To provide information updates about environmental review information resources and training opportunities.
Southern Plains Office of Native American Programs (SPONAP) Informative Updates for Tribes/TDHEs The Southern Plains Office of Native American Programs “SPONAP-UPDATE” Listserv will be utilized to keep Tribes and TDHE’s informed of programmatic updates, other federal agency training opportunities and to communicate any necessary information from the SPONAP Office.
Affordable Housing Types
Learn moreGovernment Assistance Programs
Learn moreGovernment Assistance Offices
Learn moreFor more information, search U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
Last Updated: August 23, 2023