Bunkie, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Evangeline Parish County
Bunkie, LA
At a Glance
How Bunkie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bunkie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bunkie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bunkie residents earn a median household income of $21,634 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,238. The unemployment rate stands at 12.2% (239% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 646 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bunkie is $84,200 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $105,112. Median rent is $819/month, with 47.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Education
11.9% of adults in Bunkie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 71.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bunkie has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches.