Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Jefferson Parish vs Louisiana
How do Jefferson Parish and Louisiana rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,113
- Jefferson Parish (1BR)
- $832
- Louisiana (1BR)
- +34%
- 1BR difference
Side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent comparison. Data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
A 1-bedroom in Jefferson Parish is 34% more expensive than Louisiana at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,113 vs $832). Both figures are the 40th percentile of gross rents (utilities included, telephone excluded) set by HUD for the federal fiscal year 2026. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in each area are set between 90% and 110% of these FMR numbers. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents.
How Do Rents Compare By Bedroom?
| Bedrooms | Jefferson Parish | Louisiana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $964 | $763 | +$201 (+26%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,113 | $832 | +$281 (+34%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,331 | $1,007 | +$324 (+32%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,701 | $1,298 | +$403 (+31%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,996 | $1,508 | +$488 (+32%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Jefferson Parish is 16% above the US average. Louisiana is 13% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).