Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Folsom is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 722. Residents earn $46,094 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Folsom receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Folsom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Folsom is $46,094, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Folsom is $269,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Folsom 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 2,544 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.
24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Folsom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,094 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,972 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,241 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,747 |
| County GDP | $6,435M |
| Restaurants | 289 |
| Healthcare | 350 |
| Retail | 465 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,266 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.84% |
| Commute Time | 37.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $269,600 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $295,600 |
| $/Sq Ft | $173 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $579 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,266 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.84% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,160/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,543.5/100K |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,409.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 133.9/100K |
| Arson | 133.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.0°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 62.5 inches |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 149 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6324°N, 90.1961°W |
| County FIPS | 22105 |
Winner: Republican by 37.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.1% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Restaurants | 289 |
| Retail Stores | 465 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 37.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |