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Lawtell, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Evangeline Parish County
Lawtell, LA
At a Glance
How Lawtell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lawtell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lawtell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lawtell residents earn a median household income of $49,274 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,254. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 646 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lawtell is $24,300 , 91% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,078. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Lawtell reports 1,738 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 357% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,135/100K.
Education
10.6% of adults in Lawtell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 79.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lawtell has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.