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Ama, LA

Louisiana · St. Charles Parish · New Orleans-Metairie Metro

Ama is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,473. Residents earn $70,652 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,473 Population 421/sq mi density
$70,652 Median Income $29,949 per capita
$213,300 Home Value $222,159 Zillow
$1,151 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
236 Violent Crime/100K 3,608 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,652 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,300 home value, $1,151/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
236 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,652
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,300
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 236/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,151
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,473
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,652
Per Capita$29,949
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,300
Rent$1,151
Ownership86.9%
Zillow$222,159
Housing Units570
Rent Burden33.1%

Crime

F
Violent236/100K
Property3,608/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking18.1%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation4 ft (1 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband97.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Ama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ama receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ama offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ama is $70,652, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ama is $213,300, 24% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,151 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ama is below the national average at 236 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,608 per 100,000, 84% above the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ama has a population of 1,473 with a density of 421 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 42.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.9% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,473
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ama is $70,652, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,949 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,867, 30% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 2.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,652
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,949
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467
Gini Index0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ama is $213,300, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,159. Monthly rent averages $1,151 (1% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 86.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 570 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $3,647. 33.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,300
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,151
1% below US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.9%
Owner-Occupied86.9%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units570
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Ama, 41.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 42.0% have high blood pressure. 18.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 31.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,125. 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep43.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,905
Dentists1:2,125
Mental Health1:666
Checkup Rate81.2%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80
Ama has a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,608 per 100,000, 84% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ama receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent235.7/100K
38% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,608.5/100K
84% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 4 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates29.9435°N, 90.2956°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Charles Parish County
Nearest AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)
4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.4"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.73"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.7 / 100
Community Resilience100.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 70 km
2021 Ida Category 4 30 km
2020 Laura Category 4 290 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 48 km
2020 Delta Category 2 251 km
2020 Sally Category 2 218 km
2019 Barry Category 1 171 km
2017 Nate Category 1 106 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 64 km
2009 Ida Category 1 223 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 92 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 73 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 85 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 230 km
2002 Lili Category 4 190 km
1998 Georges Category 2 143 km
1998 Earl Category 2 231 km
1997 Danny Category 1 91 km
1995 Opal Category 4 272 km
1995 Erin Category 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

530 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 39 fatalities, 767 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983 EF4 26 km 0
Oct 3, 1964 EF4 39 km 22
Mar 22, 2022 EF3 24 km 1
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 29 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 95 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 76 km 0
Dec 25, 2012 EF3 98 km 0
May 26, 2011 EF3 78 km 0
Aug 25, 1992 EF3 21 km 2
May 19, 1980 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 98 km 0
Sep 16, 1971 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 12, 1969 EF3 65 km 0
Jan 28, 1966 EF3 4 km 0
Mar 21, 1957 EF3 57 km 0
Feb 6, 1953 EF3 71 km 2
Apr 10, 2024 EF2 58 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 20 km 1
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 18 km 0
Jun 6, 2019 EF2 54 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KILN (BAYOU BACON) (3,576 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 KILN (BAYOU BACON) 3,576 93 km
2000 UNIT 1 B 2,030 42 km
1998 UNIT 4 CD 1,729 51 km
2015 BAYOU LACROIX 1,714 90 km
2009 SLIDELL AIRPORT 1,663 64 km
1998 UNIT 7 1,623 49 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,594 71 km
2011 BAD ROMANCE 1,305 40 km
2011 TONEY ISLAND 1,215 89 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,206 68 km
2004 UNITS 1A-1B 1,108 43 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,102 79 km
2001 UNNAMED 950 54 km
2010 UNNAMED 904 11 km
2006 UNNAMED 866 86 km
2009 GOOSEPOINT C 864 50 km
1996 1 B 846 41 km
2006 BOY SCOUT EAST 826 52 km
2006 UNNAMED 823 88 km
1998 UNIT 2 A 821 43 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in
September 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in

Ama has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.2").

View full weather details →
Ama is located in St. Charles Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.4% of the vote, a 32.4-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.71
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi
CountySt. Charles Parish County

Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Avg Download Speed99.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%
Average costs for common services in Ama. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit $309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit $1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $221 ($132–$353)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$309)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install $6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair $882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement $7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested) $13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense $4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation $441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation $2,205 ($882–$4,410)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$221)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread $3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly) $353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$353)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$628
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$616
Toddler$585
Preschool$598
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Charles Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 5,465 159 $133,214 3.97
Manufacturing 4,661 68 $145,295 2.16
Transportation & Warehousing 2,547 103 $90,059 2.29
Wholesale Trade 1,893 120 $93,719 1.83
Retail Trade 1,449 149 $32,286 0.55
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,215 113 $50,436 0.32
Accommodation & Food Services 1,108 116 $18,880 0.46
Administrative & Waste Services 1,008 110 $65,399 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 803 145 $94,159 0.44
Utilities 777 14 $150,938 7.80
Other Services 439 70 $72,065 0.56
Real Estate 357 59 $84,992 0.88
Management of Companies 354 16 $46,465 0.80
Finance & Insurance 315 76 $66,893 0.30
Arts & Entertainment 213 26 $18,991 0.48
Educational Services 62 12 $37,138 0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas 51 9 $93,347 0.51
Information & Technology 39 16 $57,264 0.08
Agriculture & Forestry 8 3 $47,063 0.04

Radio Stations near Ama

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
News Talk 99.5 WRNO news, talk AAC
Radio is a Foreign Country ethnic, field recording MP3 192 kbps
WTUL New Orleans MP3 160 kbps
WNOZ 95.3 smooth jazz AAC+ 32 kbps
104.1 The Spot adult hits AAC
101.1 WNOE country AAC
98.5 WYLD urban adult contemporary AAC
WBOK 1230AM AAC+ 32 kbps
Hallelujah 940 gospel AAC
Sports 1280 sports AAC

National Parks Near Ama

11 national parks and monuments found near Ama.

ParkTypeFee
Bayou Segnette State Park State Park Free
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Buccaneer State Park State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I State Park Free
Grand Isle State Park State Park Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve National Historical Park and Preserve Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Saint Bernrd State Park District 1 State Park Free
State Capitol Park State Park Free
Tickfaw State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ama

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CARROLL GALLERYART MUSEUM5043142228$949,948,000
GALLIER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045255661$949,948,000
NEWCOMB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5048655328$949,948,000
SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVEGENERAL MUSEUM5048655699$949,948,000
COLLINS C. DIBOLL ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5048647248$191,917,406
ART VILLAGE GALLERYART MUSEUM$105,281,702
NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5045281944$49,985,737
AUDUBON INSECTARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4232262578$30,405,440
AUDUBON PARK AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION5045814629$30,405,440
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM5046584100$11,613,004
LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM5045231357$3,332,789
WOMANS EXCHANGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045255661$2,656,180
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION616 GIROD ST STE 2005048991945$2,023,756
RIVER ROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9857649315$1,090,240
LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5044867740$849,861
NEW ORLEANS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART CULTURE AND HISTORY (NOAAM)ART MUSEUM5045661136$739,593
NATIONAL D DAY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA CASTLE HALEY BOULDVARD5045690405$464,065
SOUTHERN FOOD AND BEVERAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD5045817032$464,065
CABILDOGENERAL MUSEUM5045233939$323,868
AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5048623222$322,943
NEW ORLEANS MUSICAL LEGENDSHISTORIC PRESERVATION5047377636$170,715
NEW ORLEANS PHARMACY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5045249077$169,390
LOUISIANA LANDMARKS SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5044820312$168,891
MEMORIAL HALL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5045234522$162,074
MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY OF NEW ORLEANSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$152,163
AMERICAN-ITALIAN RENAISSANCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM5045227294$124,731
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN COCKTAILHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD5045690405$123,010
LATTER LIBRARY GARDEN CONSERVANCYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$100,874
CRESCENT CITY CARNIVAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5048970744$91,000
NEW ORLEANS SCOTTISH RITE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5045223789$76,425
SAINTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM5044509893$74,190
MCKENNA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARTART MUSEUM5045867432$55,468
GRETNA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION209 LAFAYETTE ST5043623854$49,827
LOUISIANA CREOLE RESEARCH ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$21,219
NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5045811367$20,387
BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUMART MUSEUM5045224806$2,644
RIVERTOWNGENERAL MUSEUM5044432240$2,003
1850 HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045686968
ALGIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION235 LAVERGNE ST
AUDUBON AQUARIUM OF THE AMERICASZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION1 CANAL STREET5045653033
BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1113 CHARTRES STREET5045237257
BLESSED FRANCIS SEELOS SHRINEGENERAL MUSEUM5045252495
CATHOLIC CUTLURAL HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM1100 CHARTRES ST5045293040
CLASSICAL INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FAIRGROUNDS RACING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GERMAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM5043634202
GERMAN-ACADIAN COAST HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC BOURBON STREET FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045234662
HOUSE OF BROEL FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5044942220
ISAAC DELGADO FINE ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM5046716377
JEAN LAFITTE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK AND PRESERVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045893882
JEFFERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LOUISIANAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KATRINA NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5044952850
KENNER LOUISIANAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1801 WILLIAMS BLVD5044687293
LAURA CENTER FOR CREOLE HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUM
LGBT ARCHIVES PROJECT OF LOUISIANAGENERAL MUSEUM
LOUIS J. ROUSSEL JR. KENNER PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2020 4TH STREET
LOUISIANA ARTISTS GUILDGENERAL MUSEUM5045231465
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045234522
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5615 PERRIER ST5048663049
LOUISIANA MARINE FISHERIES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5046893497
LOUISIANA MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9858459200
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORYART MUSEUM1418 GOVERNOR NICHOLLS STREET5045661136
LOUISIANA RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STATE FIRE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STEAM TRAIN ASSOCIATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
MARIE LAVEAU HOUSE OF VOODOOHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045813751
MARSHALL MUSEUM AND LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
MEGA DOME CINEMAGENERAL MUSEUM2020 4TH STREET RIVERTOWN5044687231
MIDDLE AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM6823 ST CHARLES AVENUE5048655110
MILITARY MUSEUM-NEW ORLEANSGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEE CONTI WAX MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5045252605
MUSEE ROSETTE ROCHON-DONGENERAL MUSEUM5049477673
NATIONAL SLAVE SHIP MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NEW ORLEANS BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1 PALM DRIVE5044839386
NEW ORLEANS HISTORIC VOODOO MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5046800128
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045894806
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW ORLEANS RAILWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM603 W JACKSON
OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ARTART MUSEUM5045399650
OLD US MINTGENERAL MUSEUM5045686968
ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST GEORGE IN THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOFAB INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND RECOVERY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST CHARLES MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
SUPREME COURT OF LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY TRAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5044687231
USS CABOT DEDALO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WESTWEGO HISTORIC MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5043413161
WESTWEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5043412544

Libraries in Ama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARY4747 W. NAPOLEON AVE.0.01,208,536
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC219 LOYOLA AVENUE0.01,142,265
ST. CHARLES PARISH LIBRARY160 W. CAMPUS DRIVE0.0193,376
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH LIBRARY2920 HIGHWAY 510.0175,236

Farmers Markets in Ama

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Crescent City Farmers Market200 Broadway Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Crescent City Farmers Market200 Broadway Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Crescent City Farmers Market1235 N. Peters 10/17/2018 to 07/10/2019Wed: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;YesVisit
French Market1200 North Peters Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
German Coast Farmers' Market - East Bank and West Bank13786 River Road01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
German Coast Farmers' Market (East Bank)Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road01/05/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gretna Farmers Market739 Third Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Grow Dat Youth Farm Farmstand150 Zachary Taylor Dr. 01/07/2017 to 06/24/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Marketplace at Armstrong ParkRampart St. and Basin St.Visit
River Region Children's Association (RRCA) Farmer's & Community Market2335 W Airline Hwy01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Rivertown Farmers Market303 Williams Blvd10/06/2018 to 07/27/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Swap Meet NOLA3525 Bienville St.01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit
Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market484 Sala Avenue01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;Visit

Breweries in Ama

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beepster's Tavernbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, River Ridge, LA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns,2229 Hickory Ave5047378615
Big's Trudeau Tavernbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, Metai717 Trudeau Dr5044692221
Boondock Saint Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants731 Saint Peter St
Crescent City BrewhouseCajun / Creole Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Traditional American Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bre527 Decatur St5045220571, 504-522-0571Visit
Electric Coctail Loungebreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, Metairie, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs452 Aurora Ave5048287619
Harem Thebreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, entertainers, night clubs & live music, bar & grill restaur125 Chartres St
Holly Ground Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, recreation3340 Canal StVisit
Jackson BreweryShopping Mall, Brewery600 Decatur StVisit
Jax Brewery & Bistro BarBar, Nightclub, and Brewery620 Decatur St5042670244Visit
New Orleans Lager & Ale BreweryBreweries3001 Tchoupitoulas St5048969996
Pepsi Beverages CoBeverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Grocers' Wholesale, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repai5733 Citrus Blvd5047338746Visit
Seal's Class Actbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, New Orleans, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs,2169 Aubry St5049487325Visit
Second Line BrewingBrewery Mid-City433 N Bernadotte St5042488979
Sky Brew Coffee & TeaNew Orleans, LA, Shopping & Stores, Miscellaneous Food Stores, New Orleans Tea, Brewers, Coffeehouse4332 Magazine St5048918682
Westgate TavernCocktail Lounges, Bar and Dive Bar, Lounge, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, Cocktail Lounge Restauran2725 Mississippi Ave5044630299
Zea Rotisserie & GrillAmerican Restaurant, Kenner Restaurants, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Brewery, Southern / Amer1325 W Esplanade Ave5044687733Visit

Stadiums & Teams in Ama

TeamLeagueDivision
New Orleans PelicansNBAWest
New Orleans SaintsNFLNFC South

Cell Towers in Ama

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(LaPlace site) River RoadTOWER151
677 HIGHWAY 628GTOWER151
701 CARROLLTON AVENUEGTOWER101
184 GOOD HOPE STREETLTOWER98
25707 HIGHWAY 1 (66252)LTOWER94
404 WOODLAND DRLTOWER90
1055 JEAN LAFITTE BLVDLTOWER82
(Crown Point) 1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd.TOWER82
1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd. (59191)LTOWER82
(Spillway site) 376 FRENIER RDTOWER81
295 I 310 SERVICE RDLTOWER65
4128 HWY 90 (Des Allemands site)TOWER63
13835 Old Spanish TrailTOWER61
518 OCTAVIA STREET LOT 97 HWY 45 (59177)GTOWER57
5245 RIVER ROAD (59108)LTOWER56
11635 Highway 90MTOWER49
(Duck Sellers) 10319 RIVER ROADTOWER44
285 W. ESPLANADE AVENUE (59117)BTWR33

Bridges in Ama

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19994649,920G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20132,54049,920G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200235449,920G
Tee BeamConcrete19535949,920F
Tee BeamConcrete19537849,920F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200235425,051G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20132,54025,051G
Tee BeamConcrete19405725,051F
Tee BeamConcrete19407725,051F

Amtrak Stations in Ama

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
New Orleans, LA1001 Loyola AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Ama

12 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCELORMITTAL LAPLACE STEEL MILL138 HWY 3217ST JOHN THE BAPTIST
ASHLAND CHEMICAL CO600 ST GEORGE AVEJEFFERSON
GOOD HOPE REFIN., INC.P.O. BOX 126, 257 PROSPECT AVEST. CHARLES
OCCIDENTAL CHEMICAL CORP - TAFT PLANT266 HWY 3142ST. CHARLES
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
VALERO REFINING - NEW ORLEANS LLC - ST CHARLES REFINERY14902 RIVER RDST. CHARLES
VALERO REFINING - NEW ORLEANS LLC - ST CHARLES REFINERY14902 RIVER RDST. CHARLES

Airports Near Ama

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportMSYLarge Airport
Lakefront AirportNEWMedium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender FieldNBGMedium Airport
Birdwin AirportSmall Airport
Blouin Flightpark UltralightportSmall Airport
Cal Mire FieldSmall Airport
Capozzoli AirportSmall Airport
Clark FieldSmall Airport
Country Bend AirportSmall Airport
Covington-Vincent AirportSmall Airport
Daneco Landing StripSmall Airport
Double H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fisher's FieldSmall Airport
Fitzsimmons AirportSmall Airport
Fokker FieldSmall Airport
George Ford AirportSmall Airport
Goose Landing AirportSmall Airport
Greener Pastures AirparkSmall Airport
Greenwood Plantation UltralightportSmall Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hickham FieldSmall Airport
Houma Terrebonne AirportHUMSmall Airport
Huffaker FieldSmall Airport
Koenig AirparkSmall Airport
Le Blanc FieldSmall Airport
Louisiana Regional AirportSmall Airport
Marmande AirportSmall Airport
Matidora AirportSmall Airport
Naquin FieldSmall Airport
Picayune Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pierce FieldSmall Airport
PK FieldSmall Airport
Plane Crazy AirportSmall Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional AirportSmall Airport
Price UltralightportSmall Airport
Promised Landings AirportSmall Airport
Rebel FieldSmall Airport
Serenity Field AirportSmall Airport
Shaw Crop Service AirportSmall Airport
Sheridan's StripSmall Airport
Simpson FieldSmall Airport
Slidell AirportSmall Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr AirportSmall Airport
Southern Seaplane AirportBCSSmall Airport
Southland Strip Number 2 UltralightportSmall Airport
St Charles AirportSmall Airport
St. Tammany Regional AirportSmall Airport
Stevens StripSmall Airport
The Place AirportSmall Airport
Theriot FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ama

32 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Causeway Police Department
Gretna Police Department
Harahan Police Department - Records
Jean Lafitte Police Department
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office - Police Press Office
Kenner Police Complex500 Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Louisiana State Police Troop B2101 30th Street
Maritime Security Operations Center
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans Police Department - Crime Prevention
New Orleans Police Department - Gaming Division
New Orleans Police Department Eighth District334 Royal Street
New Orleans Police Department First District
New Orleans Police Department Headquarters
New Orleans Police Department Second District
New Orleans Police Department Sixth District
Orleans Levee District Police6799 Elysian Fields Avenue
Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office - Training
Saint John Parish Sheriff's Office - Bureau of Narcotics
Saint John Parish Sheriff's Office - Uniform Patrol Division
St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office260 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office Training Center Special Services Office220 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
St. John Parish Sheriff's Office
Westwego Police Station401 4th Street

Grocery Stores in Ama

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Ama Food MartConvenience Store10569 River Rd

Post Offices in Ama

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ama Post Office10833 River Road

Treatment Centers in Ama

21 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Avenues Recovery Center at New OrleansSubstance Abuse504-603-3060
Bridge House IncSubstance Abuse504-522-4475 x1000
CrescentCareSubstance Abuse504-821-2601 x504
Eleanor Health MetairieBoth504-225-8768
Gateway Foundation - Outpatient Treatment Substance AbuseSubstance Abuse504-368-9935
Grace House on StratfordSubstance Abuse504-522-4476
Greenpath International IncSubstance Abuse504-827-2928 x102
Imagine RecoverySubstance Abuse504-605-4095
Longbranch Recovery and WellnessSubstance Abuse504-677-8464
Louisiana Behavioral Health Services - Cognitive Development CentersSubstance Abuse504-493-2271
Metropolitan Human Services District - Central City Behav Hlth CtrBoth504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Chartres Pontchartrain BH CenterBoth504-568-3130
NAMI New Orleans - National Alliance on Mental IllnessMental Health504-896-2345
NAMI New Orleans - WestbankMental Health504-368-1944
Odyssey House Louisiana IncSubstance Abuse504-821-9211 x7400
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc - Residential 3.5 LOCSubstance Abuse504-821-9211 x7618
Seaside Behavioral CenterSubstance Abuse504-370-7700 x5523
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - New Orleans VA Outpatient ClinicBoth504-507-2000 x66010
Southeast Louisiana Veterans HealthSubstance Abuse504-507-5744
Urgent Care LaPlace - Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse504-291-4148
Urgent Care Metairie - Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse504-291-4148

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ama

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ST MARK ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH10771 RIVER ROAD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ama

What is the population of Ama?

Ama has a population of 1,473 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 421 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Ama expensive to live in?

Ama is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $70,652, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $213,300 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,151 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ama safe?

Ama is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,608 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ama receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ama?

Ama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Ama?

The job market in Ama is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,867. There are 1,446 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 2.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ama?

The median home value in Ama is $213,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,159. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,151. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.9%. The average annual property tax is $3,647.

How are the schools in Ama?

Schools in Ama score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.1% of adults in Ama hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ama?

The obesity rate in Ama is 41.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 31.4% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Ama?

The average commute in Ama is 30 minutes. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ama?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ama is 52.1% White, 42.8% Black or African American. 93.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability. 98.9% have health insurance coverage.

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