Delcambre, LA

Louisiana

Delcambre is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 2,400. Residents earn $57,639 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,400 Population 2,051/sq mi density
$57,639 Median Income $25,115 per capita
$126,600 Home Value $106,213 Zillow
$814 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$57,639 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value, $814/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,639
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,400
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density2,051/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,639
Per Capita$25,115
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$3,822M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,213

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain65.5 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+84.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute30 min
Libraries7

Is Delcambre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delcambre receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Delcambre offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delcambre is $57,639, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delcambre is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Delcambre enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Delcambre has a population of 2,400 with a density of 2,051 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

2,400
Total Population
2,051
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Delcambre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delcambre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delcambre is $57,639, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Delcambre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,639
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,115
Avg Weekly Wage$1,102
IRS Avg AGI$58,763

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,897
County GDP$3,822M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare194
Retail251
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,282
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Delcambre is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,213.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,213

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% 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-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,282
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Delcambre, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death13,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access68.7%
Healthcare Facilities194

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Delcambre has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.5 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density2,051/sq mi
Coordinates29.9511°N, 91.9917°W
County FIPS22045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,051/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants107
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home5.2%

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