Epps, LA

Louisiana

Epps is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 529. Residents earn $51,528 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
529 Population 545/sq mi density
$51,528 Median Income $19,819 per capita
$74,400 Home Value $88,760 Zillow
$879 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,528 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,400 home value, $879/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,528
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,400
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density545/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,528
Per Capita$19,819
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$237M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,400
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,760

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation100 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute44 min
Libraries1

Is Epps a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Epps receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Epps offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Epps is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Epps is $74,400, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Epps is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Epps enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Epps has a population of 529 with a density of 545 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 34.2% Black.

Population

529
Total Population
545
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.9%
Female 25.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Epps vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Epps vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Epps is $51,528, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Epps vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,528
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,819
Avg Weekly Wage$823
IRS Avg AGI$49,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$237M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$875
75% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Epps is $74,400, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,760.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,400
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,760

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$875
75% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Epps, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death12,774/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Epps has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Epps has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation100 ft (30 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density545/sq mi
Coordinates32.6038°N, 91.4814°W
County FIPS22123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 12.6%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density545/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants12
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Work from Home5.2%

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