Addis, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Addis is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 7,052. Residents earn $105,635 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
7,052 Population 1,679/sq mi density
$105,635 Median Income $49,296 per capita
$242,300 Home Value $244,938 Zillow
$1,451 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
116 Violent Crime/100K 69 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,635 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,300 home value, $1,451/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,635
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,300
14% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,451
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

How Addis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,052
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,679/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,635
Per Capita$49,296
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,300
Rent$1,451
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,938

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property69/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+94.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Addis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Addis receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Addis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Addis is $105,635, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Addis among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Addis is $242,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,451 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Addis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 69 per 100,000, 96% below the national average.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Addis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Addis has a population of 7,052 with a density of 1,679 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (48.1%), with 47.3% White.

Population

7,052
Total Population
1,679
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Addis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Addis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Addis is $105,635, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Addis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,635
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$70,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)857
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare32
Retail89
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Addis is $242,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,451 (25% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,938.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,300
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,938
Median List Price$304,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,450
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops33.3%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,451
25% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Addis, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Addis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate81.5%
Premature Death11,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities32
Addis has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 69 per 100,000 (96% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Addis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent115.6/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault115.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property69.3/100K
96% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft69.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Addis has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.5 inches
70% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Coordinates30.3695°N, 91.2636°W
County FIPS22121
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.1%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score4.48
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants73
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home2.1%

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