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Louisiana is a small town in Missouri with a population of 3,231. Residents earn $46,006 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,231 Population 1,032/sq mi density
$46,006 Median Income $25,758 per capita
$81,100 Home Value $141,678 Zillow
$628 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
179 Violent Crime/100K 805 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,006 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,100 home value, $628/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
179 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,006
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,100
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 179/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,231
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,032/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,006
Per Capita$25,758
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,100
Rent$628
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,678
Housing Units1,658
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

F
Violent179/100K
Property805/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault149/100K
Burglary149/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking21.4%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband83.0%

Is Louisiana a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Louisiana is $46,006, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Louisiana is $81,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Louisiana is below the national average at 179 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 805 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Louisiana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Louisiana has a population of 3,231 with a density of 1,032 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 9.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,231
Total Population
1,032
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Louisiana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Louisiana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louisiana is $46,006, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,758 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Louisiana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,006
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louisiana is $81,100, 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,678, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,658 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. 25.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,100
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,678

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units1,658
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

In Louisiana, 39.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 33.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 11.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits53.5%

Food & Exercise

Louisiana has a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 149.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 29.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 805 per 100,000, 59% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 656, burglary at 149, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Louisiana receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent178.8/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property804.8/100K
59% below US avg
Burglary149.0/100K
Theft655.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Louisiana experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density1,032/sq mi
Coordinates39.4489°N, 91.0515°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.4 in

Louisiana has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.6").

13.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,032/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana

What is the population of Louisiana?

Louisiana has a population of 3,231 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,032 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Louisiana expensive to live in?

Louisiana is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,006, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $81,100 (71% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Louisiana safe?

Louisiana is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 805 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Louisiana receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Louisiana?

Louisiana has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Louisiana?

Louisiana has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Louisiana?

The median home value in Louisiana is $81,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,678. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Louisiana?

Schools in Louisiana score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.5% of adults in Louisiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Louisiana?

The obesity rate in Louisiana is 39.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 33.6% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 11.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Louisiana?

The average commute in Louisiana is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Louisiana?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Louisiana is 92.2% White, 2.3% Black or African American. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 9.9% of the population are military veterans. 17.5% of residents have a disability. 86.8% have health insurance coverage.

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