Madisonville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Madisonville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 971. Residents earn $112,500 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
971 Population 384/sq mi density
$112,500 Median Income $51,677 per capita
$391,800 Home Value $374,381 Zillow
$1,102 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$112,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$391,800 home value, $1,102/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,500
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $391,800
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.6%
74% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population971
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,500
Per Capita$51,677
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$6,435M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$391,800
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,381

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.6%
High School+98.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Madisonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madisonville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Madisonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madisonville is $112,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places Madisonville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madisonville is $391,800, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Madisonville is a highly educated community — 58.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Madisonville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Madisonville has a population of 971 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 5.6% Black.

Population

971
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Madisonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madisonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madisonville is $112,500, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Madisonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,500
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,677
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,747
County GDP$6,435M

Business (County)

Restaurants289
Healthcare350
Retail465
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,266
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Madisonville is $391,800, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,381.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$391,800
39% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,381
Median List Price$333,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$333,500
$/Sq Ft$301
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% 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-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,266
35% below US avg
Effective Rate0.58%
In Madisonville, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death13,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities350

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Madisonville has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.1 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates30.3985°N, 90.1660°W
County FIPS22105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 58.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.6%
74% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score4.48
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities350
Restaurants289
Retail Stores465

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home8.7%

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