West Feliciana County
LA · Pop. 15,381 · Suburban County
West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana covers 403 square miles with a population of 15,381 and a density of 38.2 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, haylage, potatoes. The median home price is $263,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.52%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 277-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.9°F and average winter lows of 41.4°F. Annual rainfall averages 62.6 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. West Feliciana Parish Hospital is 7 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 75.9% of homes. On the hazard side, tornado risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 277-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.52% holds annual carrying costs down.
- West Feliciana Parish Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 7 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A low unemployment rate of 3% reflects a stable local job base.
- A low poverty rate of 11.6% signals a relatively stable local economy.
Cons
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- Broadband reaches only 75.9% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
West Feliciana County, LA is a solid homesteading option with some tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 69/100
- Median home price
- $263k
- Property tax
- 0.52%
- Growing season
- 277 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 62.6"
- Broadband
- 75.9%
- Nearest hospital
- West Feliciana Parish Hospital, 7 mi
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Homesteading in West Feliciana County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in West Feliciana Parish?
- West Feliciana Parish is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 277-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.9°F, and average winter lows of 41.4°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, potatoes.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $263,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.52%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 75.9% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- West Feliciana Parish Hospital is 7 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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