Gramercy, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. James Parish County
Gramercy, LA
At a Glance
How Gramercy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gramercy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gramercy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gramercy residents earn a median household income of $66,475 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,232. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 462 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gramercy is $211,900 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,365. Median rent is $1,293/month, with 51.0% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Gramercy reports 222 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,075/100K.
Education
17.3% of adults in Gramercy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gramercy has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.