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Baskin, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Franklin Parish County
Baskin, LA
At a Glance
How Baskin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baskin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baskin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baskin residents earn a median household income of $66,071 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,656. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 491 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baskin is $157,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,308. Median rent is $763/month, with 27.5% 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 1990.
Safety & Crime
Baskin reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 10,216/100K.
Education
4.4% of adults in Baskin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baskin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.