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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,958 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,267 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $963 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,620 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.6% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,397 |
| County GDP | $9,307M |
| Restaurants | 313 |
| Healthcare | 662 |
| Retail | 639 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,176 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.10% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 17.6% |
| Census Median | $150,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,030 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,176 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.10% |
| Obesity | 51.0% |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.1% |
| Heart Disease | 9.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.4% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 13.3% |
| Stroke | 5.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.9% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 24.3% |
| Physical Distress | 19.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,455/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 662 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.1 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,660/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5349°N, 92.0338°W |
| County FIPS | 22073 |
Winner: Republican by 27.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.8% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 3,660/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 662 |
| Restaurants | 313 |
| Retail Stores | 639 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 17.6% |