Grand Isle, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Grand Isle is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 644.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
644 Population 101/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $35,590 per capita
$266,100 Home Value $255,314 Zillow
$1,118 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $266,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,118
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population644
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,590
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$31,830M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$266,100
Rent$1,118
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,314

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.1%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.7 in/yr
Elevation2 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Libraries16

Is Grand Isle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Isle receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Grand Isle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Isle is $266,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Isle 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.

Grand Isle has a population of 644 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

644
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Isle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Isle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Isle is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Grand Isle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$70,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,879
County GDP$31,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,162
Healthcare1,349
Retail1,626
Manufacturing260

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,732
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Isle is $266,100, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,314.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,100
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,314
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio88.5%
Price Drops12.8%
Inventory47

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% 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-Occupied75.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,732
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Grand Isle, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Isle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression31.1%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death10,825/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,349

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Grand Isle 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

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates29.2129°N, 90.0291°W
County FIPS22051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.5%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,349
Restaurants1,162
Retail Stores1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home0.3%

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