Median Income
$60,833
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$266,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Bon Secour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,094
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female65% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,833
Per Capita$43,272
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$13,446M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$266,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Elevation5 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+90.6%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Libraries15
Is Bon Secour a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bon Secour receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Bon Secour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bon Secour is $60,833, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bon Secour is $266,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bon Secour enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bon Secour has a population of 3,094 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.5%), with 3.1% Black.
Population
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bon Secour vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.7% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.3% |
| 22% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bon Secour vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bon Secour is $60,833, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Bon Secour vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,833 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,272 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,909 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,757 |
| County GDP | $13,446M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 648 |
| Healthcare | 564 |
| Retail | 1,027 |
| Manufacturing | 181 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.05% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Bon Secour is $266,100, 6% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $266,100 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $267,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $267,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $195 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 12 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.05% |
In Bon Secour, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bon Secour vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,957/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 564 |
Crime Rates: Bon Secour vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
Safety Score
Bon Secour has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 69.0 inches |
| 82% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 716/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.3182°N, 87.7244°W |
| County FIPS | 01003 |