Longville, LA

Louisiana

Longville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 491. Residents earn $29,483 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
491 Population 86/sq mi density
$29,483 Median Income $24,791 per capita
N/A Home Value $244,694 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$29,483 median income, 12.4% unemployment
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,483
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.4%
244% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,483
Per Capita$24,791
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,972M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,694

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation137 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+81.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5

Is Longville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longville receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Longville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longville is $29,483, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Longville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Longville has a population of 491 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

491
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Longville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Longville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longville is $29,483, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Longville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,483
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,791
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$68,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare66
Retail111
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,694.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$244,694

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-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg
In Longville, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Longville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates30.6106°N, 93.2250°W
County FIPS22011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants51
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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