Loreauville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Loreauville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 902. Residents earn $26,656 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
902 Population 2,098/sq mi density
$26,656 Median Income $21,306 per capita
$130,300 Home Value
$859 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,656 median income, 2.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$130,300 home value, $859/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,656
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,300
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $859
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.7%
164% higher than US avg

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

People

Population902
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density2,098/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,656
Per Capita$21,306
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty32.7%
County GDP$1,973M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$130,300
Rent$859
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.4 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Loreauville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loreauville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Loreauville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loreauville is $26,656, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 32.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loreauville is $130,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Loreauville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Loreauville has a population of 902 with a density of 2,098 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.5%), with 41.8% Black.

Population

902
Total Population
2,098
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Loreauville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loreauville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loreauville is $26,656, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Loreauville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,656
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,306
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$57,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.7%
164% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,127
County GDP$1,973M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare71
Retail151
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Loreauville is $130,300, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,300
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$859
26% 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-Occupied54.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,513
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Loreauville, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death11,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Loreauville has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.4 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Coordinates30.0589°N, 91.7388°W
County FIPS22099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,098/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants70
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home20.3%

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