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Montgomery, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Grant Parish County
Montgomery, LA
At a Glance
How Montgomery Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Montgomery's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Montgomery a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Montgomery residents earn a median household income of $57,813 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,316. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 293 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Montgomery is $80,200 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $111,534. Median rent is $850/month, with 23.8% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Montgomery reports 709 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 709/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in Montgomery hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 75.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Montgomery has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.