Bachelor's+
6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,112
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
49.0%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.2%
23% higher than US avg
How Bayou Goula Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population342
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female71% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,976
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$3,436M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,112
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity49.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Elevation16 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+93.7%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Libraries8
Is Bayou Goula a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bayou Goula receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bayou Goula faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,112 per month.
Education
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Bayou Goula enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Bayou Goula has a population of 342 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81.9%), with 18.1% White.
Population
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bayou Goula vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bayou Goula vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bayou Goula is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Bayou Goula vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $25,976 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,688 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,831 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 818 |
| County GDP | $3,436M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,083 |
| 40% below US avg |
Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,112 |
| 4% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,083 |
| 40% below US avg |
In Bayou Goula, 49.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 39.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bayou Goula vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 49.0% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.5% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.2% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,473/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
Crime Rates: Bayou Goula vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Bayou Goula has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 62.5 inches |
| 65% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 140/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.2170°N, 91.1809°W |
| County FIPS | 22047 |