Lake Providence, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · East Carroll Parish County
Lake Providence, LA
At a Glance
How Lake Providence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Providence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Providence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Providence residents earn a median household income of $24,670 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,939. The unemployment rate stands at 11.4% (217% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 171 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Providence is $75,200 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $59,195. Median rent is $762/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Lake Providence reports 39 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 39/100K.
Education
15.6% of adults in Lake Providence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 76.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Providence has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches.