Bayou Goula, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Bayou Goula is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 342.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
342 Population 140/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,976 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,112 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

342
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.5%
Female 29.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayou Goula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,976
Avg Weekly Wage$1,688
IRS Avg AGI$66,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)818
County GDP$3,436M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare46
Retail89
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,083
40% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied26.3%

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

Obesity49.0%
53% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure47.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity39.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate83.2%
Premature Death13,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.5 inches
65% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates30.2170°N, 91.1809°W
County FIPS22047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.6%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants47
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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