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Ferriday, Louisiana

town · Concordia Parish

At a glance

3,098
Population
$84,800
Median home value (all homes)
72% below U.S. median
$120,186
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$765/mo
Median rent
43% below U.S. median
$28,467
Median household income
64% below U.S. median
23.4 min
Average commute
75.4%
Homes with broadband
99.94%
Locations with fiber available
21.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 82 — 18% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing54% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities18% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost22% below
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college30 mi
Nearest community college58 mi
Nearest technical college10 mi
High school graduates80.2%
College graduates20%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Concordia Economic & Industrial Development District
Concordia Parish Economic Development (CEIDD) is a Louisiana economic development organization serving Concordia Parish, promoting business and industry opportunities and location advantages along the Mississippi River.
region Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce is committed to improving the local business climate in the Alexandria/Pineville region, advocating for business interests, and supporting member businesses through events, referrals, and leadership development.
region Central Louisiana Economic Alliance
A regional economic development organization for Central Louisiana serving ten parishes, with a mission to grow the economy, champion people, and build on collective strengths to shape a region where individuals, businesses, and communities can prosper.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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