Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Denham Springs is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 9,362. Residents earn $77,418 per year, which is 3% above the national average.
Based on current data, Denham Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Denham Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Denham Springs is $77,418, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Denham Springs is $188,700, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 809 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,748 per 100,000, 295% above the national average.
22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Denham Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 87.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,418 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,019 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $888 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,033 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,117 |
| County GDP | $4,247M |
| Restaurants | 210 |
| Healthcare | 174 |
| Retail | 340 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.14% |
| Commute Time | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
| Census Median | $188,700 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $253,522 |
| Median List Price | $259,500 |
| Median List Price | $259,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $146 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 38.1% |
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,436 |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,154 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.14% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,382/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
| Total Violent | 809.4/100K |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Murder | 9.9/100K |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Rape | 19.7/100K |
| Robbery | 98.7/100K |
| Assault | 681.1/100K |
| Total Property | 7,748.5/100K |
| 295% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,668.2/100K |
| Theft | 6,070.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 9.9/100K |
| Arson | 9.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 40 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,279/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4743°N, 90.9590°W |
| County FIPS | 22063 |
Winner: Republican by 68.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.7% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,279/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 174 |
| Restaurants | 210 |
| Retail Stores | 340 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |