Campti, LA

Louisiana

Campti is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 991. Residents earn $24,375 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
991 Population 953/sq mi density
$24,375 Median Income $16,126 per capita
$79,800 Home Value $112,446 Zillow
$469 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$24,375 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$79,800 home value, $469/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,375
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $469
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.3%
136% higher than US avg

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

People

Population991
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,375
Per Capita$16,126
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty29.3%
County GDP$2,047M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,800
Rent$469
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,446

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation142 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+74.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Libraries3

Is Campti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Campti receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Campti has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Campti is $24,375, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Campti is $79,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $469 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Campti enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Campti has a population of 991 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.3%), with 33.3% White, 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

991
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Campti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Campti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Campti is $24,375, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Campti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,375
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,126
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$66,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.3%
136% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$2,047M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare96
Retail124
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Campti is $79,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $469 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,446.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,800
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,446

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$469
60% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.52%
In Campti, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 39.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes18.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure49.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.5%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity39.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate82.4%
Premature Death15,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Campti has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation142 ft (43 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates31.8980°N, 93.1164°W
County FIPS22069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 22.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants103
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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