Heflin, LA

Louisiana

Heflin is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 215. Residents earn $42,813 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
215 Population 113/sq mi density
$42,813 Median Income $27,158 per capita
$114,300 Home Value $119,557 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,300 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,813
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.3%
160% higher than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,813
Per Capita$27,158
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.3%
County GDP$825M
Commute65 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation249 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute65 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries5

Is Heflin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heflin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Heflin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heflin is $42,813, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Heflin is $114,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Heflin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Heflin has a population of 215 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 8.4% Black.

Population

215
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Heflin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heflin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heflin is $42,813, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Heflin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,813
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,158
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$58,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.3%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$825M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail35
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Heflin is $114,300, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,557

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-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Heflin, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death17,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access33.1%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Heflin has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates32.4591°N, 93.2731°W
County FIPS22013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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