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Parish of Jefferson

121 Pailet Dr, Harvey, LA, 70058 · ~4,908 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — Harvey, LA (2026)

Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency.

Who this agency serves

Parish of Jefferson served 4,022 households across 4,960 units (81% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.4 people, an average annual income of $19,051, and pays an average of $494 per month toward rent.

Households served
4,022 of 4,960 units
Avg. household income
$19,051
Avg. rent paid by household
$494
Avg. household size
2.4 people
Households with children
48%
Head of household 62+
25%
Head of household with a disability
41%
Avg. wait to move in
49 months

Unit mix: 17% 1-bedroom, 36% 2-bedroom, 46% 3-bedroom.

Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.

Applying with this agency

Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Parish of Jefferson directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.

Evaluating this market

Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.