Hosston, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Hosston is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 334. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
334 Population 126/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $30,477 per capita
$84,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population334
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$30,477
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$7,656M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation200 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+70.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Hosston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hosston receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Hosston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hosston is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hosston is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hosston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hosston has a population of 334 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 26% Black.

Population

334
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hosston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hosston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hosston is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hosston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$72,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,667
County GDP$7,656M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare264
Retail436
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,331
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hosston is $84,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below US avg

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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,331
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Hosston, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities264

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Hosston has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates32.8861°N, 93.8827°W
County FIPS22015
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+70.4%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities264
Restaurants280
Retail Stores436

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Work from Home2.9%

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