Dixie Inn, LA

Louisiana

Dixie Inn is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 284. Residents earn $22,153 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
284 Population 580/sq mi density
$22,153 Median Income $13,588 per capita
$46,700 Home Value
$729 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$22,153 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,700 home value, $729/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,153
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 75.8%
511% higher than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

D
Median Income$22,153
Per Capita$13,588
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty75.8%
County GDP$1,561M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,700
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation152 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+83.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute21 min
Libraries7

Is Dixie Inn a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dixie Inn is $22,153, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 75.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dixie Inn is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dixie Inn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dixie Inn has a population of 284 with a density of 580 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.7%), with 39.1% White, 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
580
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dixie Inn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dixie Inn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dixie Inn is $22,153, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 75.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Dixie Inn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,153
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,588
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$59,924

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate75.8%
511% above US avg
Establishments (County)995
County GDP$1,561M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare96
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,034
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dixie Inn is $46,700, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,700
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% 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-Occupied26.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,034
42% below US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In Dixie Inn, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dixie Inn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death15,964/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Dixie Inn has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density580/sq mi
Coordinates32.5968°N, 93.3322°W
County FIPS22119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density580/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants63
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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