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Colfax, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Grant Parish County
Colfax, LA
At a Glance
How Colfax Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Colfax's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Colfax a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Colfax residents earn a median household income of $28,510 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,107. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 293 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Colfax is $82,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $122,938. Median rent is $582/month, with 31.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Colfax reports 709 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 709/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Colfax hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 76.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Colfax has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.