Kraemer, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Kraemer is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 969. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
969 Population 185/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $25,504 per capita
$148,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,900 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,900
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$25,504
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+74.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Libraries7

Is Kraemer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kraemer receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Kraemer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kraemer is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kraemer is $148,900, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kraemer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kraemer has a population of 969 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

969
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kraemer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.0%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.0%
42% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kraemer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kraemer is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Kraemer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,504
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kraemer is $148,900, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,900
47% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Kraemer, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Kraemer has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates29.8592°N, 90.6256°W
County FIPS22089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+74.7%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home25.4%

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