Galliano, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Galliano is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 6,563. Residents earn $53,146 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,563 Population 589/sq mi density
$53,146 Median Income $30,334 per capita
$131,400 Home Value $95,585 Zillow
$775 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,146 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,400 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,146
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,400
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.4%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,563
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density589/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,146
Per Capita$30,334
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$6,287M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,585

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.7 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute33 min
Libraries10

Is Galliano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Galliano receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Galliano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Galliano is $53,146, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Galliano is $131,400, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Galliano enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Galliano has a population of 6,563 with a density of 589 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%), with 8.4% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

6,563
Total Population
589
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Galliano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.7%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Galliano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Galliano is $53,146, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Galliano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,146
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,334
Avg Weekly Wage$1,291
IRS Avg AGI$62,033

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,205
County GDP$6,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare179
Retail263
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,016
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Galliano is $131,400, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,585.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,400
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$95,585
Median List Price$299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,000
$/Sq Ft$59
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio85.6%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% 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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,016
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Galliano, 48.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.4%
51% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD10.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death10,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities179

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Galliano has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.7 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area11.1 sq mi (28.9 km²)
Population Density589/sq mi
Coordinates29.4459°N, 90.3077°W
County FIPS22057
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density589/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants159
Retail Stores263

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home0.8%

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