Lakeshore, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Lakeshore is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 3,111. Residents earn $39,958 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,111 Population 3,660/sq mi density
$39,958 Median Income $21,267 per capita
$150,900 Home Value
$1,030 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$39,958 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$150,900 home value, $1,030/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,958
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,900
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,030
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.0%
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,111
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density3,660/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,958
Per Capita$21,267
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$9,307M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,900
Rent$1,030
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute21 min
Libraries11

Is Lakeshore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeshore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lakeshore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeshore is $39,958, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeshore is $150,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,030 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeshore 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 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lakeshore has a population of 3,111 with a density of 3,660 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (68.4%), with 26.6% White, 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

3,111
Total Population
3,660
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeshore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeshore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeshore is $39,958, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lakeshore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,958
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,267
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$62,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,397
County GDP$9,307M

Business (County)

Restaurants313
Healthcare662
Retail639
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,176
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeshore is $150,900, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,030 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,900
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,030
11% 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-Occupied51.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,176
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Lakeshore, 51.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 43.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.0%
59% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease9.2%
High Blood Pressure49.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD13.3%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity43.9%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate81.1%
Premature Death13,455/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities662

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Lakeshore 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 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density3,660/sq mi
Coordinates32.5349°N, 92.0338°W
County FIPS22073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,660/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities662
Restaurants313
Retail Stores639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home17.6%

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