Cottonport, LA

Louisiana

Cottonport is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,777. Residents earn $33,538 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,777 Population 884/sq mi density
$33,538 Median Income $15,692 per capita
$88,900 Home Value $123,113 Zillow
$683 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
562 Violent Crime/100K 3,986 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,538 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,900 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
562 violent crimes/100K (48% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,538
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,900
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 562/100K
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.5%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.1%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,777
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female30% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,538
Per Capita$15,692
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty27.1%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,900
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,113

Crime

F
Violent562/100K
Property3,986/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault460/100K
Burglary1,277/100K

Health

Obesity47.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation59 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+65.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Cottonport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottonport receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cottonport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cottonport is $33,538, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cottonport is $88,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 562 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,986 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cottonport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cottonport has a population of 1,777 with a density of 884 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.4%), with 40.4% White, 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,777
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.5%
Female 70.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottonport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cottonport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottonport is $33,538, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cottonport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,538
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,692
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.1%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare102
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cottonport is $88,900, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,113.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,900
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,113

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% 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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Cottonport, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 41.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.5%
48% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure48.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD11.4%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity41.6%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress19.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate81.2%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities102
Cottonport has a violent crime rate of 562 per 100,000 residents, 48% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,986 per 100,000 (103% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent562.1/100K
48% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape51.1/100K
Robbery51.1/100K
Assault459.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,985.7/100K
103% above US avg
Burglary1,277.5/100K
Theft2,606.0/100K
Vehicle Theft102.2/100K
Arson51.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cottonport has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates30.9892°N, 92.0510°W
County FIPS22039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+65.3%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants26
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home0.7%

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