Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Bastrop is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 9,408. Residents earn $30,069 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bastrop receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bastrop has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bastrop is $30,069, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 36.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Bastrop is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,299 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 12,223 per 100,000, 524% above the national average.
5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Bastrop enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $30,069 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,783 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,125 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 36.9% |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 571 |
| County GDP | $755M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,054 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $85,400 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $83,167 |
| $/Sq Ft | $115 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 18.8% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $828 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,054 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
| Obesity | 50.4% |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 21.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 53.4% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 12.1% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.4% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.3% |
| Physical Distress | 19.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.8% |
| Premature Death | 17,460/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Total Violent | 1,298.7/100K |
| 242% above US avg | |
| Murder | 18.4/100K |
| 192% above US avg | |
| Rape | 64.5/100K |
| Robbery | 257.9/100K |
| Assault | 957.9/100K |
| Total Property | 12,222.5/100K |
| 524% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 3,794.8/100K |
| Theft | 8,031.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 396.1/100K |
| Arson | 27.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 58.4 inches |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,099/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7749°N, 91.9078°W |
| County FIPS | 22067 |
Winner: Republican by 19.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.2% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,099/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 71 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |