Choudrant, LA

Louisiana

Choudrant is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,382. Residents earn $58,281 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,382 Population 327/sq mi density
$58,281 Median Income $46,856 per capita
$286,500 Home Value $247,676 Zillow
$934 Median Rent 35.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,281 median income, 0.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$286,500 home value, $934/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,281
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $286,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.6%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,382
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,281
Per Capita$46,856
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,777M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$286,500
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,676
Rent Burden35.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation173 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.6%
High School+98.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries1

Is Choudrant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Choudrant receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Choudrant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Choudrant is $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Choudrant is $286,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Choudrant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Choudrant has a population of 1,382 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 3% Black.

Population

1,382
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Choudrant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Choudrant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Choudrant is $58,281, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Choudrant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,281
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,856
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$72,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,777M

Business (County)

Restaurants120
Healthcare163
Retail177
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Choudrant is $286,500, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,500
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$247,676
Median List Price$730,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$730,000
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.7%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$934
20% below US avg
Rent Burden35.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.01%
In Choudrant, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death10,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities163

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Choudrant has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation173 ft (53 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates32.5331°N, 92.5262°W
County FIPS22061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.6%
15% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score4.48
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities163
Restaurants120
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Nearby Cities

Compare Choudrant with another city: