Erwinville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Erwinville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 2,575.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
2,575 Population 270/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,455 per capita
$183,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $183,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.8%
533% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,575
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,455
Unemployment22.8%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$183,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Elevation20 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+74.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute30 min
Libraries2

Is Erwinville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erwinville receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Erwinville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 22.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erwinville is $183,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Erwinville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Erwinville has a population of 2,575 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.8%), with 37% White.

Population

2,575
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Erwinville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erwinville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erwinville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 22.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Erwinville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,455
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$70,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.8%
533% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)857
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare32
Retail89
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Erwinville is $183,400, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,400
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Erwinville, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death11,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Erwinville has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates30.5410°N, 91.3885°W
County FIPS22121
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.1%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+74.2%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants73
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home3.1%

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