Eros, LA

Louisiana

Eros is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 322. Residents earn $27,045 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
322 Population 322/sq mi density
$27,045 Median Income $11,392 per capita
N/A Home Value $168,584 Zillow
$525 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$27,045 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$525/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,045
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,045
Per Capita$11,392
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$604M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,584

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation208 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+82.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries3

Is Eros a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eros receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eros has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eros is $27,045, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Eros enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Eros has a population of 322 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

322
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eros vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eros vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eros is $27,045, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Eros vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,045
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,392
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,584.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$168,584

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% 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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
In Eros, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.2% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD11.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress24.1%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access16.7%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Eros has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation208 ft (63 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates32.3926°N, 92.4239°W
County FIPS22049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 81.0% 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+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home1.9%

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