Georgetown, LA

Louisiana

Georgetown is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 280.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
280 Population 215/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,024 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.4%
234% higher than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,024
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty41.4%
County GDP$634M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property938/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary625/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.5 in/yr
Elevation78 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Georgetown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 41.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Safety & Crime

Georgetown 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 938 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Georgetown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Georgetown has a population of 280 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

280
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgetown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Georgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,024
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$63,925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate41.4%
234% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail48
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
In Georgetown, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.1% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression32.1%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death10,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities26
Georgetown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 938 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property937.5/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary625.0/100K
Theft312.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.5 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation78 ft (24 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates31.7585°N, 92.3803°W
County FIPS22059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.7-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91%
D 8.3%

Winner: Republican by 82.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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