Hornbeck, LA

Louisiana

Hornbeck is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 466. Residents earn $46,786 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
466 Population 405/sq mi density
$46,786 Median Income $29,784 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $163,316 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,786 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,786
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density405/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,786
Per Capita$29,784
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,316

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation366 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute34 min
Libraries5

Is Hornbeck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornbeck receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hornbeck offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornbeck is $46,786, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hornbeck is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hornbeck enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hornbeck has a population of 466 with a density of 405 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

466
Total Population
405
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornbeck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hornbeck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornbeck is $46,786, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hornbeck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,786
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,784
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare48
Retail74
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hornbeck is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,316.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,316

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Hornbeck, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death13,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Hornbeck has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation366 ft (112 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density405/sq mi
Coordinates31.3260°N, 93.3958°W
County FIPS22085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density405/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants25
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

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