Baskin, LA

Louisiana

Baskin is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 180. Residents earn $66,071 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
180 Population 135/sq mi density
$66,071 Median Income $25,656 per capita
$157,800 Home Value
$763 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,071 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $763/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,071
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,071
Per Capita$25,656
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$619M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation73 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+85.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute33 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Baskin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baskin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Baskin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baskin is $66,071, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baskin is $157,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Baskin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Baskin has a population of 180 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

180
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Baskin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baskin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baskin is $66,071, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Baskin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,071
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,656
Avg Weekly Wage$739
IRS Avg AGI$46,773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)491
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare53
Retail67
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,750
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Baskin is $157,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below 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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,750
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Baskin, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death14,083/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Baskin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates32.2591°N, 91.7473°W
County FIPS22041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants28
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

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