Keachi, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Keachi is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 175. Residents earn $63,000 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 35/sq mi density
$63,000 Median Income $31,583 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$63,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,000
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,000
Per Capita$31,583
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation315 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+84.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute30 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries4

Is Keachi a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keachi is $63,000, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keachi is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Keachi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Keachi has a population of 175 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 21.7% Black.

Population

175
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Keachi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Keachi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keachi is $63,000, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Keachi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,000
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,281
IRS Avg AGI$79,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)652
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare44
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,189
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Keachi is $85,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,189
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Keachi, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death11,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access47.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Keachi has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates32.1680°N, 93.9145°W
County FIPS22031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+84.6%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants30
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home9.8%

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