Ida, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Ida is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 254. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
254 Population 179/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $27,362 per capita
$87,100 Home Value $121,686 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,100 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,100
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$27,362
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$7,656M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,686

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation245 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+83.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute38 min
Libraries7

Is Ida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ida receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Ida offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ida is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ida is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ida is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ida 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.

Ida has a population of 254 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

254
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ida is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Ida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$72,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% 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 Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ida is $87,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,686.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,686
Median List Price$650,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$650,000
$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% 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-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,331
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Ida, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.6% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression33.6%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities264
Ida has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Ida 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

Elevation245 ft (75 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates32.9989°N, 93.8964°W
County FIPS22015
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% 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+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities264
Restaurants280
Retail Stores436

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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