Cheneyville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Cheneyville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 592.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
592 Population 580/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $19,386 per capita
N/A Home Value $117,400 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,386
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$7,414M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,400

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation64 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Cheneyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheneyville receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cheneyville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cheneyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cheneyville has a population of 592 with a density of 580 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.5%), with 37% White, 12.7% Hispanic.

Population

592
Total Population
580
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheneyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cheneyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheneyville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cheneyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,386
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$66,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,093
County GDP$7,414M

Business (County)

Restaurants259
Healthcare580
Retail535
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,379
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,400.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$117,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% 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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,379
3% below US avg
In Cheneyville, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure46.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate82.8%
Premature Death15,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities580

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cheneyville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.1 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation64 ft (20 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density580/sq mi
Coordinates31.0110°N, 92.2901°W
County FIPS22079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density580/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities580
Restaurants259
Retail Stores535

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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