Minden, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Webster Parish County
Minden, LA
At a Glance
How Minden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Minden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Minden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Minden residents earn a median household income of $29,597 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,444. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 995 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Minden is $116,700 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,165. Median rent is $803/month, with 44.9% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Minden reports 796 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 110% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,543/100K.
Education
15.5% of adults in Minden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 84.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Minden has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches.