Cameron, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Cameron is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 177. Residents earn $51,912 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
177 Population 15/sq mi density
$51,912 Median Income $32,715 per capita
$133,900 Home Value $215,460 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,912 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,900 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,912
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female66% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,912
Per Capita$32,715
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,057M

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,460

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 93% / D 7%
CommuteN/A
Broadband98.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Cameron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cameron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cameron is $51,912, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cameron is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cameron has a population of 177 with a density of 15 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 (92.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

177
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.5%
Female 34.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cameron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cameron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cameron is $51,912, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cameron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,912
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,715
Avg Weekly Wage$2,237
IRS Avg AGI$79,721

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)158
County GDP$1,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cameron is $133,900, 53% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,900
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,460

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$921
1 Bedroom$928
2 Bedrooms$1,217
3 Bedrooms$1,459
4 Bedrooms$1,611

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Cameron, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death7,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cameron has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates29.7952°N, 93.2915°W
County FIPS22023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 86.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.8%
D 6.5%

Winner: Republican by 86.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score4.91
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home7.4%

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