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Empire, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Plaquemines Parish County
Empire, LA
At a Glance
How Empire Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Empire's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Empire a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Empire residents earn a median household income of $45,018 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,803. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 876 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Empire is $84,700 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,582. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2005.
Safety & Crime
Empire reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,801/100K.
Education
8.7% of adults in Empire hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 71.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Empire has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.