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Gibsland, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Bienville Parish County
Gibsland, LA
At a Glance
How Gibsland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gibsland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gibsland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gibsland residents earn a median household income of $20,915 , which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,506. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gibsland is $92,400 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $104,601. Median rent is $545/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Gibsland reports 139 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,167/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Gibsland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gibsland has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.