Florien, LA

Louisiana

Florien is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 698. Residents earn $33,125 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
698 Population 313/sq mi density
$33,125 Median Income $22,429 per capita
$116,200 Home Value
$640 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
157 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$33,125 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$116,200 home value, $640/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
157 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,125
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,200
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 157/100K
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.2%
248% higher than US avg

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

People

Population698
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

C
Median Income$33,125
Per Capita$22,429
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty43.2%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,200
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C
Violent157/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault157/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation259 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+83.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute35 min
Libraries5

Is Florien a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florien is $33,125, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 43.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florien is $116,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Florien is below the national average at 157 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Florien enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Florien has a population of 698 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 30.5% Black.

Population

698
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Florien vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Florien vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florien is $33,125, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 43.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Florien vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,125
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,429
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate43.2%
248% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare48
Retail74
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Florien is $116,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% 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-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Florien, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death13,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities48
Florien has a violent crime rate of 157 per 100,000 residents, 59% 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: Florien vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent157.2/100K
59% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault157.2/100K

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

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Florien has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates31.4575°N, 93.4592°W
County FIPS22085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants25
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home0.4%

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