Maringouin, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Maringouin is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 737. Residents earn $37,067 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
737 Population 996/sq mi density
$37,067 Median Income $25,093 per capita
N/A Home Value
$740 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$37,067 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$740/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,067
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.7%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population737
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,067
Per Capita$25,093
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute42 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute42 min
Libraries2

Is Maringouin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maringouin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Maringouin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maringouin is $37,067, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Maringouin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Maringouin has a population of 737 with a density of 996 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.7%), with 7.6% White.

Population

737
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maringouin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maringouin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maringouin is $37,067, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Maringouin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,067
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$70,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)857
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare32
Retail89
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% 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-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
In Maringouin, 49.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 39.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.7%
55% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure48.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.5%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity39.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate83.4%
Premature Death11,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Maringouin has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates30.4908°N, 91.5186°W
County FIPS22121
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.1%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants73
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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