Goldonna, LA

Louisiana

Goldonna is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 329. Residents earn $48,523 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
329 Population 25/sq mi density
$48,523 Median Income $18,755 per capita
$82,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$48,523 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,500 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,523
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population329
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,523
Per Capita$18,755
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$604M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Elevation164 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+87.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Libraries3

Is Goldonna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goldonna receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Goldonna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goldonna is $48,523, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goldonna is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Goldonna 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 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Goldonna has a population of 329 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

329
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
13.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goldonna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goldonna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goldonna is $48,523, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Goldonna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,523
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,755
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goldonna is $82,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg

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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Goldonna, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death11,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access16.7%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Goldonna 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 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (33.9 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates32.0112°N, 92.9300°W
County FIPS22049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area13.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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