Dorseyville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Dorseyville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 180.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
180 Population 1,200/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,276 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.0%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,200/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,276
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,436M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Broadband45.0%
Libraries8

Is Dorseyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorseyville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dorseyville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dorseyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dorseyville has a population of 180 with a density of 1,200 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

180
Total Population
1,200
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorseyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dorseyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorseyville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dorseyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,688
IRS Avg AGI$66,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)818
County GDP$3,436M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare46
Retail89
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,083
40% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,083
40% below US avg
In Dorseyville, 50.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 39.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.0%
56% above US avg
Diabetes19.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure49.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.9%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity39.2%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate83.4%
Premature Death13,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.8%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Dorseyville has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.5 inches
65% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Coordinates30.1774°N, 91.1614°W
County FIPS22047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.6%
D 48.9%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.48
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants47
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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