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Basile, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Allen Parish County
Basile, LA
At a Glance
How Basile Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Basile's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Basile a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Basile residents earn a median household income of $49,167 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,878. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 442 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Basile is $92,100 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $126,992. Median rent is $837/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Basile reports 1,191 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 213% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,390/100K.
Education
4.7% of adults in Basile hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 74.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Basile has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.