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Elmwood, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Charles Parish County
Elmwood, LA
At a Glance
How Elmwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elmwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elmwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elmwood residents earn a median household income of $83,268 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,511. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elmwood is $188,300 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $429,876. Median rent is $1,474/month, with 25.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Elmwood reports 161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,535/100K.
Education
63.0% of adults in Elmwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% above the national average). 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elmwood has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.