Median Income
$18,629
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$467
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
39.3%
992% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
100.0%
706% higher than US avg
How La Plant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population266
Median Age18.3 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
F
Median Income$18,629
Per Capita$4,896
Unemployment39.3%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$271M
Housing
B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$467
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation2,021 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+61.2%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
CommuteN/A
Broadband63.0%
Libraries3
Is La Plant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Plant receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. La Plant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in La Plant is $18,629, 75% below the national average of $75,149. At 39.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $467 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
La Plant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
La Plant has a population of 266 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 18.3 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).
Population
18.3yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.5% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
The median household income in La Plant is $18,629, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 39.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,629 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $4,896 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $982 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,713 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 39.3% |
| 992% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 100.0% |
| 706% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 156 |
| County GDP | $271M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 12 |
Monthly rent averages $467 (60% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $467 |
| 60% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In La Plant, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Plant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 15.1% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 41,916/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: La Plant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
La Plant has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.4 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,021 ft (616 m) |
| Area | 9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1282°N, 100.6409°W |
| County FIPS | 46041 |