Evergreen, LA

Louisiana

Evergreen is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 237. Residents earn $32,000 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
237 Population 232/sq mi density
$32,000 Median Income $26,818 per capita
$114,700 Home Value
$325 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$114,700 home value, $325/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,000
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $325
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,000
Per Capita$26,818
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,700
Rent$325
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation72 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+83.1%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute33 min
Libraries6

Is Evergreen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evergreen receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Evergreen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evergreen is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evergreen is $114,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $325 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Evergreen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Evergreen has a population of 237 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 16.9% Black.

Population

237
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Evergreen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evergreen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evergreen is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Evergreen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,818
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare102
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Evergreen is $114,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $325 (72% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$325
72% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Evergreen, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure44.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD11.6%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress25.1%
Physical Distress19.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities102

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Evergreen has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates30.9528°N, 92.1052°W
County FIPS22039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants26
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Work from Home9.1%

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