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East Hodge, LA

Louisiana

East Hodge is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 318. Residents earn $26,146 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 1,383/sq mi density
$26,146 Median Income $14,832 per capita
$77,800 Home Value
$348 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,146 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,800 home value, $348/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,146
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $348
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.6%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.2%
208% higher than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,383/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,146
Per Capita$14,832
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.2%
County GDP$604M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,800
Rent$348
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units160
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity51.6%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.2%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation204 ft (62 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+14.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute11 min
Broadband57.7%
Libraries3

Is East Hodge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Hodge receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. East Hodge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Hodge is $26,146, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Hodge is $77,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $348 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

East Hodge 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 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

East Hodge has a population of 318 with a density of 1,383 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.7%).

Population

318
Total Population
1,383
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

East Hodge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Hodge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Hodge is $26,146, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: East Hodge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,146
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.2%
208% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Hodge is $77,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $348 (70% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,800
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$348
70% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.4%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In East Hodge, 51.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Hodge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.6%
61% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure48.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.3%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep48.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate85.4%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death11,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access16.7%
Healthcare Facilities25
East Hodge has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 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 Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation204 ft (62 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Coordinates32.2776°N, 92.7137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS22049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 57.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+14.9%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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