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Dry Prong, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Dry Prong is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 390. Residents earn $67,833 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
390 Population 281/sq mi density
$67,833 Median Income $31,038 per capita
$190,400 Home Value
$883 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,400 home value, $883/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,833
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,833
Per Capita$31,038
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$576M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,400
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units171
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.4%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation215 ft (66 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+11.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute34 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries6

Is Dry Prong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dry Prong receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Dry Prong offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dry Prong is $67,833, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dry Prong is $190,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dry Prong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dry Prong has a population of 390 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

390
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dry Prong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dry Prong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dry Prong is $67,833, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dry Prong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,833
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,038
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$58,413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)293
County GDP$576M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare23
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dry Prong is $190,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,400
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Dry Prong, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dry Prong vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death11,307/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities23
Dry Prong has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation215 ft (66 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates31.5813°N, 92.5314°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS22043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.8-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.9%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 76.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+11.2%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants7
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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