Converse, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Sabine Parish County
Converse, LA
At a Glance
How Converse Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Converse's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Converse a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Converse residents earn a median household income of $64,750 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,275. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 588 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Converse is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,179. Median rent is $638/month, with 20.0% 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 1986.
Education
16.3% of adults in Converse hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 78.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Converse has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches.