Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Allen Parish, Louisiana
Allen Parish has a HUD fair market rent of $910 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $775 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $17.50 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $910
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 22% less than in Louisiana
- Typical rent
- $775
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 27% less than in Louisiana
- Wage needed
- $17.50
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $36,400 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 58%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 5% more than in Louisiana
Only here
Renting in Allen Parish: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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17% of households in Allen Parish have no internet at home, against 11% in Louisiana.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Allen Parish. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $657 | $12.63 | $26,280 |
| 1 bedroom | $836 | $16.08 | $33,440 |
| 2 bedrooms | $910 | $17.50 | $36,400 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,169 | $22.48 | $46,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,382 | $26.58 | $55,280 |
HUD area: Allen Parish, LA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 14 ZIP codes in Allen Parish (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $890 in 70658 to $1,070 in 70638. 7 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($910).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 70637 | Allen Parish, LA | $670 | $830 | $930 | $1,180 | $1,440 |
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| 70637 | Beauregard Parish, LA | $670 | $830 | $930 | $1,180 | $1,440 |
| 70638 | Allen Parish, LA | $800 | $930 | $1,070 | $1,320 | $1,550 |
| 70638 | Vernon Parish, LA | $800 | $930 | $1,070 | $1,320 | $1,550 |
| 70644 | Allen Parish, LA | $660 | $840 | $910 | $1,170 | $1,380 |
| 70648 | Allen Parish, LA | $670 | $840 | $930 | $1,190 | $1,400 |
| 70648 | Jefferson Davis Parish, LA | $670 | $840 | $930 | $1,190 | $1,400 |
| 70651 | Allen Parish, LA | $660 | $830 | $910 | $1,170 | $1,380 |
| 70654 | Allen Parish, LA | $700 | $840 | $920 | $1,180 | $1,380 |
| 70655 | Allen Parish, LA | $650 | $830 | $900 | $1,160 | $1,370 |
| 70658 | Allen Parish, LA | $640 | $820 | $890 | $1,150 | $1,350 |
| 71463 | Alexandria, LA | $660 | $810 | $900 | $1,210 | $1,380 |
| 71463 | Allen Parish, LA | $660 | $810 | $900 | $1,210 | $1,380 |
| 71463 | Evangeline Parish, LA | $660 | $810 | $900 | $1,210 | $1,380 |
- 70637 · Allen Parish, LA $930$1,180
- 70637 · Beauregard Parish, LA $930$1,180
- 70638 · Allen Parish, LA $1,070$1,320
- 70638 · Vernon Parish, LA $1,070$1,320
- 70644 · Allen Parish, LA $910$1,170
- 70648 · Allen Parish, LA $930$1,190
- 70648 · Jefferson Davis Parish, LA $930$1,190
- 70651 · Allen Parish, LA $910$1,170
- 70654 · Allen Parish, LA $920$1,180
- 70655 · Allen Parish, LA $900$1,160
- 70658 · Allen Parish, LA $890$1,150
- 71463 · Alexandria, LA $900$1,210
- 71463 · Allen Parish, LA $900$1,210
- 71463 · Evangeline Parish, LA $900$1,210
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Allen Parish, 58% of renter households are in that position; in Louisiana, 55%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
58%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
2,043 households rent in Allen Parish
- Spend half or more of their income 29%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 28%
- Spend less than 30% 42%
Compared with the state and the country
- Allen 58%
- Louisiana 55%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Allen Parish
HUD lists 10 properties with homes for low-income households in Allen Parish: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 6
- HUD-assisted
- 1
- public housing
- 3
427 homes in all; 251 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Pear Orchard Public housing 212 William St, Oakdale 71463 156 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of Oakdale · Average payment: $353 a month · Average wait: 2 months · (318) 335-2417
- Southeast Oakdale Subdivision Tax credit (LIHTC) 105 Ray ST, Oakdale 71463 33 low-income homes · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 2008
- Kinder Housing Authority Public housing 302 S 17th St, Kinder 70648 30 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the Town of Kinder · Average payment: $389 a month · Average wait: 20 months · (337) 738-2077
- Oberlin Housing Authority Public housing Oberlin 70655 18 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the Town of Kinder · Average payment: $375 a month · Average wait: 21 months · (337) 738-2077
- Oberlin Voa Living Center HUD-assisted 409 N First St, Oberlin 70655 14 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (337) 639-2600
- Oakland Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 605 Hospital Dr, Oakdale 71463 46 homes · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2001
- Wingfield Apartments II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1515 First Ave, Kinder 70648 42 homes · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2001
- Wingfield Apartments I Tax credit (LIHTC) 425 N 14th St, Kinder 70648 40 homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1999
- Kinder Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 115 S 10th St, Kinder 70648 32 homes · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2001
- Elizabeth Court Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) Highway 1156, Elizabeth 70638 16 homes · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1991
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Allen Parish
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 3 agencies serve in Allen Parish. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 | $23,700 | $37,950 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $27,100 | $43,350 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $30,500 | $48,750 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $33,850 | $54,150 |
| 5 people | $36,600 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 6 people | $39,300 | $39,300 | $62,850 |
| 7 people | $42,000 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 8 people | $44,700 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
Area median income: $62,500. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Allen Parish, LA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $591 – $723
- 1 bedroom $752 – $920
- 2 bedrooms $819 – $1,001
- 3 bedrooms $1,052 – $1,286
- 4 bedrooms $1,244 – $1,520
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Housing Authority of Oakdale Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 120 vouchers · 156 public housing units (318) 335-2417 Housing Authority of Oakdale: tjohnsonoha@bellsouth.net
- Town of Kinder Section 8 vouchers · 175 vouchers (504) 366-4424 Town of Kinder: lbcha@att.net
- Housing Authority of the Town of Kinder Public housing · 88 public housing units (337) 738-2077 Housing Authority of the Town of Kinder: sylvia_manuel01@yahoo.com
Housing agencies in Louisiana Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Louisiana
What Louisiana law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 5 days
- La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4701
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 10 calendar days
- La. Civ. Code art. 2728(2)
- Repair and deduct from the rentLa. Civ. Code art. 2694
Help
Where to get help with rent in Allen Parish
These are the nearest HUD-approved agencies. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Assist Agency - Jeff Davis Parish
107 E. Nezpique St., Jennings · 31 miles away · Spanish
- Budget and financial counseling
- Home improvement and repairs
- and 3 more
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Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency
2001 Moeling St, Lake Charles · 36 miles away
- Budget and financial counseling
- Fair housing pre-purchase workshops
- and 4 more
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Assist Agency
225 N Avenue C, Crowley · 40 miles away
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 5 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Allen Parish. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Louisiana, the average home bill was $141 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
Adjust advanced details
Let's do the math
Cash to move in
$1,820
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $910
- Security deposit
- $910
- Total
- $1,820
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Allen Parish?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $657; 1 bedroom: $836; 2 bedrooms: $910; 3 bedrooms: $1,169; 4 bedrooms: $1,382. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Allen Parish?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($910) without spending more than 30% of income takes $17.50 an hour full time, or $36,400 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Allen Parish?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $33,850 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Allen Parish?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $819 and $1,001 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Allen Parish?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $890 in 70658 to $1,070 in 70638. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Allen Parish?
HUD lists 10 properties with homes for low-income households in Allen Parish: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Allen Parish?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Allen Parish, 58% of renter households are in that position; in Louisiana, 55%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).