Calvin, LA

Louisiana

Calvin is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 192. Residents earn $36,964 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
192 Population 84/sq mi density
$36,964 Median Income $15,914 per capita
$82,200 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
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$36,964 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,200 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,964
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,200
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,964
Per Capita$15,914
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$702M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Elevation160 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+86.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries5

Is Calvin a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calvin is $36,964, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calvin is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Calvin 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 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Calvin has a population of 192 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74%), with 25.5% Black.

Population

192
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Calvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Calvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calvin is $36,964, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Calvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,964
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,914
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$55,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)345
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare35
Retail36
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,689
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Calvin is $82,200, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,200
71% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,689
52% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Calvin, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death15,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Calvin has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation160 ft (49 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates31.9617°N, 92.7758°W
County FIPS22127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants17
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home3.6%

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