Choctaw, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Choctaw is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 433. Residents earn $77,813 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
433 Population 69/sq mi density
$77,813 Median Income $35,702 per capita
$56,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,813
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,813
Per Capita$35,702
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+60.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Choctaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Choctaw receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Choctaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Choctaw is $77,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Choctaw is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Choctaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Choctaw has a population of 433 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

433
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Choctaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Choctaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Choctaw is $77,813, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Choctaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,813
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,702
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Choctaw is $56,900, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,900
80% 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-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
In Choctaw, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma9.1%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Choctaw has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates29.8457°N, 90.7238°W
County FIPS22089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+60.4%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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