Grand Point, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Grand Point is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 2,600. Residents earn $92,560 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,600 Population 606/sq mi density
$92,560 Median Income $36,612 per capita
$257,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$92,560 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$257,600 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,560
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $257,600
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,600
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density606/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,560
Per Capita$36,612
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$3,330M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$257,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute27 min
Libraries2

Is Grand Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Point receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Grand Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Point is $92,560, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Point is $257,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Grand Point has a population of 2,600 with a density of 606 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 31.1% Black.

Population

2,600
Total Population
606
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Point is $92,560, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Grand Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,560
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,612
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$67,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)462
County GDP$3,330M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare36
Retail48
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,726
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Point is $257,600, 9% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,600
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$101
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.8%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,726
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Grand Point, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death11,082/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access33.8%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Grand Point 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 is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.2 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density606/sq mi
Coordinates30.0472°N, 90.7501°W
County FIPS22093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density606/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

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