Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Abbeville is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 11,086. Residents earn $34,977 per year, which is 53% below the national average.
Based on current data, Abbeville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Abbeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Abbeville is $34,977, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 32.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Abbeville is $99,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,033 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,316 per 100,000, 120% above the national average.
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Abbeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 89.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,977 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,346 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $927 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,448 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 32.8% |
| 165% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,348 |
| County GDP | $1,950M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 103 |
| Retail | 169 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,247 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
| Census Median | $99,900 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,708 |
| Median List Price | $84,999 |
| Median List Price | $84,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $89 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.6% |
| Price Drops | 18.9% |
| Inventory | 37 |
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,247 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
| Obesity | 48.2% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 11.1% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.6% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 23.3% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,384/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 103 |
| Total Violent | 1,032.9/100K |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Murder | 8.0/100K |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Rape | 88.1/100K |
| Robbery | 208.2/100K |
| Assault | 728.6/100K |
| Total Property | 4,315.8/100K |
| 120% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,705.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,466.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 144.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.1 inches |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,832/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9754°N, 92.1272°W |
| County FIPS | 22113 |
Winner: Republican by 63.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.6% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,832/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 103 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 169 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |