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Amelia, LA

Louisiana · Assumption Parish · Baton Rouge Metro

Amelia is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 2,161. Residents earn $48,060 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,161 Population 858/sq mi density
$48,060 Median Income $20,307 per capita
$80,400 Home Value $127,827 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
324 Violent Crime/100K 3,386 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,060 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,400 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
324 violent crimes/100K (15% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,060
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,400
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 324/100K
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,161
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,060
Per Capita$20,307
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$735M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,400
Rent$840
Ownership65.9%
Zillow$127,827
Housing Units845
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

F
Violent324/100K
Property3,386/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured20.9%
Smoking19.1%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+61.1%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.54

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband82.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Amelia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amelia receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Amelia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amelia is $48,060, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amelia is $80,400, 71% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Amelia is below the national average at 324 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,386 per 100,000, 73% above the national average.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Amelia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Amelia has a population of 2,161 with a density of 858 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.4% female and 53.6% male. The city is predominantly White (29.1%), with 5.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 37.8% of residents, while 62.2% speak Spanish. 2.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 84.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,161
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Amelia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 37.8%
52% below US avg
Spanish 62.2%
364% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Amelia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amelia is $48,060, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,307 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,104, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 332 business establishments, including 13 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amelia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,060
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,307
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$65,898
Gini Index0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)332
County GDP$735M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare15
Retail36
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Amelia is $80,400, 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,827, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% 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. 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 845 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $2,275 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,400
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,827

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied34.1%
Housing Units845
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Amelia, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 38.2% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 38.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 20.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,896. The dentist ratio is 1:10,302. 35.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD7.6%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Uninsured20.9%
143% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,896
Dentists1:10,302
Mental Health1:2,880
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits48.4%
Premature Death12,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access35.6%
Healthcare Facilities15
Amelia has a violent crime rate of 324 per 100,000 residents, 15% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,386 per 100,000, 73% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Amelia receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent324.5/100K
15% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,386.0/100K
73% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Amelia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 314 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 58.5 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 52 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates29.6632°N, 91.1109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAssumption Parish County
Nearest AirportAcadiana Regional (ARA)
53 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.66"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score70.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability85.2 / 100
Community Resilience53.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
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 M3.0 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

27 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 22 km
2021 Ida Category 4 53 km
2020 Laura Category 4 212 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 71 km
2020 Delta Category 3 179 km
2020 Sally Category 1 292 km
2019 Barry Category 1 86 km
2017 Nate Category 1 186 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 66 km
2009 Ida Category 1 268 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 32 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 250 km
2005 Katrina Category 5 147 km
2005 Rita Category 4 218 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 111 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 295 km
2002 Lili Category 4 107 km
1998 Georges Category 2 228 km
1998 Earl Category 1 262 km
1997 Danny Category 1 128 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

360 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 720 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983 EF4 73 km 0
Oct 3, 1964 EF4 72 km 22
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 37 km 0
Aug 25, 1992 EF3 78 km 2
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 93 km 0
Feb 29, 1972 EF3 100 km 0
Sep 16, 1971 EF3 88 km 0
Mar 17, 1970 EF3 19 km 0
Dec 25, 1969 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 12, 1969 EF3 63 km 0
Jan 28, 1966 EF3 82 km 0
Mar 21, 1957 EF3 53 km 0
Feb 6, 1953 EF3 99 km 2
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 98 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 77 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 69 km 1
Jun 6, 2019 EF2 65 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF2 88 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF2 99 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF2 44 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (904 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 UNNAMED 904 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
March 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 83°F (29°C) 8.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Driest
November 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
December 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in

Amelia has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and October the driest (3.7").

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Amelia is located in Assumption Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 4.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.2% of the vote, a 35.6-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 15 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+61.1%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.54
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi
CountyAssumption Parish County

Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Avg Download Speed147.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed47.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants13
Retail Stores36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%
Average costs for common services in Amelia. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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 Assumption Parish

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 801 22 $78,478 2.47
Construction 525 32 $71,691 2.54
Retail Trade 423 42 $26,634 1.07
Transportation & Warehousing 253 33 $64,110 1.52
Finance & Insurance 114 22 $84,178 0.71
Other Services 78 14 $42,216 0.66
Professional & Technical Services 75 36 $55,008 0.27
Real Estate 14 6 $40,101 0.23

Schools in Amelia

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
J.S. Aucoin Elementary School Elementary 283 17 16.6:1
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Radio Stations near Amelia

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KMRC Radio blues, swamp rock MP3 128 kbps
104.1 The Spot adult hits AAC

National Parks Near Amelia

7 national parks and monuments found near Amelia.

ParkTypeFee
Bayou Segnette State Park State Park Free
Cypremort Point State Park-wlf Field Off State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve National Historical Park and Preserve Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Park State Park Free
Tickfaw State Park State Park Free

Museums in Amelia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM AND EXPOSITIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM111 1ST STREET9853843744$492,380
PATTERSON CYPRESS SAWMILL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM118 COTTEN ROAD9853991268$19,941
CYPRESS MANOR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9853804651
MORGAN CITYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TURN OF CENTURY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9853804651
WEDELL-WILLIAMS AVIATION & CYPRESS SAWMILL MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM118 COTTON ROAD

Libraries in Amelia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MORGAN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY220 EVERETT STREET0.025,740

Cell Towers in Amelia

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
222 FANDALL STREET (30247/GIBSON)TOWER102
222 FANDALL STREET (92803)GTOWER102
895 Hwy 398 (99212)GTOWER98
1039 E. STEPHENVILLE RD. (79038)LTOWER94
1604 HIGHWAY 20 (79053)GTOWER93
154 DOROTHY LANE (Bayou Black site)TOWER83
2181 BAYOU ROAD (79052)LTOWER79
(Morgan City VZW) CORNER OF 9TH & WILLARDTOWER78
(Morgan City VZW) CORNER OF 9TH & WILLARDTOWER78
(Amelia site) 10511 E. Hwy 182 Frontage RoadTOWER78
(Amelia site) 10511 E. Hwy 182 Frontage RoadTOWER78
(Percle site) 2945 Highway 1 (304801)TOWER77
504 Victoria Riverside Rd. (76569)LTOWER70
(Patterson Site) 504 VICTORIA RDTOWER69
(Patterson Site) 504 VICTORIA RDTOWER69
410 HALSEY ROAD (84114)LTOWER61

Bridges in Amelia

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199948612,192G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199952912,192G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199818912,192G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19962,15312,192G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19982,12312,192G
SlabConcrete199826612,192G
SlabConcrete19948110,035G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19985,41410,035F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199835010,035G
SlabConcrete1994817,885G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199812,0794,014F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19983504,014G
SlabConcrete20061183,905G
SlabConcrete20062363,905G
SlabConcrete2006793,905G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19583,6553,905P
SlabConcrete2006793,440G
SlabConcrete1998902,905G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1950664P

Airports Near Amelia

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ace Flying Airport—Small Airport
Blouin Flightpark Ultralightport—Small Airport
Bordelon Airpark—Small Airport
Cal Mire Field—Small Airport
Capozzoli Airport—Small Airport
Chitimacha Air Park—Small Airport
Cora Texas Landing Strip—Small Airport
Daneco Landing Strip—Small Airport
Double H Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Gary Landing Strip Ultralightport—Small Airport
Greenwood Plantation Ultralightport—Small Airport
Harry P Williams Memorial AirportPTNSmall Airport
Houma Terrebonne AirportHUMSmall Airport
Huffaker Field—Small Airport
Le Maire Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Louisiana Regional Airport—Small Airport
Marmande Airport—Small Airport
Naquin Field—Small Airport
Pierce Field—Small Airport
PK Field—Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport—Small Airport
Promised Landings Airport—Small Airport
Simpson Airport—Small Airport
Southern Helicopters Airport—Small Airport
Southland Strip Number 2 Ultralightport—Small Airport
Theriot Field—Small Airport
Thibodaux Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Triche Field—Small Airport
White Castle Airport—Small Airport
Whitehall Field Ultralightport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Amelia

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Berwick Police Department
Morgan City Police Station723 Myrtle Street
Morgan Police Department
Morgan Police Department
Patterson Police Department
Saint Mary Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Mary Parish Sheriff's Office - Narcotics Division

Grocery Stores in Amelia

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2704475Convenience Store10216 Highway 90 East
DOLLAR GENERAL 10738Other10217 HWY 182 E
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amelia

What is the population of Amelia?

Amelia has a population of 2,161 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 858 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.4% female and 53.6% male.

Is Amelia expensive to live in?

Amelia 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 $48,060, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,400 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Amelia safe?

Amelia is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 324 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,386 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Amelia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Amelia?

Amelia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Amelia?

The job market in Amelia is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,104. There are 332 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 2.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Amelia?

The median home value in Amelia is $80,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,827. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,275.

How are the schools in Amelia?

Schools in Amelia have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 4.5% of adults in Amelia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Amelia?

The obesity rate in Amelia is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 38.6% are physically inactive. 24.3% of residents report depression. 20.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 35.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,896.

What is transportation like in Amelia?

The average commute in Amelia is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Amelia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Amelia is 29.1% White, 5.7% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 37.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 62.2% speak Spanish. 2.5% of the population are military veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 84.7% have health insurance coverage.

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