Belmont, LA

Louisiana

Belmont is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 147. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
147 Population 15/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $9,784 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 22.6% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.6%
528% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.6%
413% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age24.7 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$9,784
Unemployment22.6%
Poverty63.6%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation353 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute42 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries5

Is Belmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belmont receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Belmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belmont is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 63.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Belmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Belmont has a population of 147 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 24.7 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

147
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
24.7yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Belmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Belmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belmont is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 63.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Belmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,784
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.6%
528% above US avg
Poverty Rate63.6%
413% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare48
Retail74
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
In Belmont, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death13,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Belmont has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates31.7182°N, 93.5082°W
County FIPS22085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.48
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants25
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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