Catahoula, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Catahoula is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 412. Residents earn $41,750 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
412 Population 135/sq mi density
$41,750 Median Income $29,073 per capita
$135,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,750 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$135,700 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,750
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,750
Per Capita$29,073
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$1,973M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.8 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+80.7%
School Score4.59

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute43 min
Libraries4

Is Catahoula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Catahoula receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Catahoula offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Catahoula is $41,750, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Catahoula is $135,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Catahoula 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.

Catahoula has a population of 412 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 5.1% Hispanic.

Population

412
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Catahoula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Catahoula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catahoula is $41,750, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Catahoula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,750
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$57,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above 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
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Catahoula is $135,700, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,700
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$601
1 Bedroom$647
2 Bedrooms$834
3 Bedrooms$1,139
4 Bedrooms$1,249

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Catahoula, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression33.5%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,427/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Catahoula 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

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates30.2120°N, 91.7196°W
County FIPS22099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% 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+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score4.59
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants70
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

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