Cade, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Cade is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,775. Residents earn $59,475 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,775 Population 264/sq mi density
$59,475 Median Income $33,078 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,475 median income, 2.1% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,475
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,775
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density264/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,475
Per Capita$33,078
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$1,973M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.8 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+94.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Cade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cade receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cade has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cade is $59,475, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cade enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cade has a population of 1,775 with a density of 264 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 14% Black.

Population

1,775
Total Population
264
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cade is $59,475, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,475
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,078
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$57,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,127
County GDP$1,973M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare71
Retail151
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
In Cade, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death11,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Cade has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.8 inches
76% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density264/sq mi
Coordinates30.0926°N, 91.8996°W
County FIPS22099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density264/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants70
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home3.7%

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