Hackberry, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Hackberry is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 830. Residents earn $115,054 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
830 Population 30/sq mi density
$115,054 Median Income $29,910 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $229,610 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,054 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,054
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,054
Per Capita$29,910
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$1,057M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,610

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation-1 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 93% / D 7%
Commute14 min
Libraries7

Is Hackberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hackberry receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hackberry stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hackberry is $115,054, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Hackberry among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hackberry is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% 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

Hackberry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hackberry has a population of 830 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

830
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
28.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hackberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hackberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hackberry is $115,054, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hackberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,054
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,910
Avg Weekly Wage$2,237
IRS Avg AGI$79,721

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)158
County GDP$1,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hackberry is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,610.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,610

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-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Hackberry, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death7,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hackberry has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-1 ft (0 m)
Area28.1 sq mi (72.7 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates29.9650°N, 93.4102°W
County FIPS22023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 86.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.8%
D 6.5%

Winner: Republican by 86.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area28.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

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