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Mermentau, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Acadia Parish County
Mermentau, LA
At a Glance
How Mermentau Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mermentau's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mermentau a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mermentau residents earn a median household income of $112,864 , which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,886. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,460 business establishments, including 91 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mermentau is $55,900 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $131,294. Median rent is $490/month, with 40.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Mermentau reports 424 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,890/100K.
Education
36.5% of adults in Mermentau hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 79.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mermentau has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.