McNary, LA

Louisiana

McNary is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 266. Residents earn $51,500 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
266 Population 145/sq mi density
$51,500 Median Income $23,940 per capita
$118,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,500 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,300 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,500
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,500
Per Capita$23,940
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Elevation128 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries6

Is McNary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McNary receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. McNary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McNary is $51,500, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McNary is $118,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% 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 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

McNary 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 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

McNary has a population of 266 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 5.3% Black.

Population

266
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McNary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McNary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McNary is $51,500, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: McNary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,500
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,940
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare102
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in McNary is $118,300, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,300
58% below US avg

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-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In McNary, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities102

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

McNary has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.1 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates30.9904°N, 92.5815°W
County FIPS22039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants26
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home8.3%

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