Longstreet, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Longstreet is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 283. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
283 Population 138/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $24,029 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$24,029
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation316 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+83.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4

Is Longstreet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longstreet receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Longstreet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longstreet is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Longstreet 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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Longstreet has a population of 283 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Longstreet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Longstreet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longstreet is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Longstreet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,029
Avg Weekly Wage$1,281
IRS Avg AGI$79,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)652
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare44
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,189
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,189
37% below US avg
In Longstreet, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death11,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access47.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Longstreet 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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation316 ft (96 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates32.0980°N, 93.9499°W
County FIPS22031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants30
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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