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
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
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Grand Isle vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.1% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.9% |
| 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.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $35,590 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,227 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,828 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,879 |
| County GDP | $31,830M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,162 |
| Healthcare | 1,349 |
| Retail | 1,626 |
| Manufacturing | 260 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,732 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.3% |
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 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 Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.8% |
| Inventory | 47 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,732 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
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
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.7% |
| Depression | 31.1% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,825/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,349 |
Crime Rates: Grand Isle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 66.7 inches |
| 75% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.2129°N, 90.0291°W |
| County FIPS | 22051 |