Moonshine, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Moonshine is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 214. Residents earn $33,400 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
214 Population 594/sq mi density
$33,400 Median Income $18,556 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$33,400 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,400
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.8%
68% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density594/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,400
Per Capita$18,556
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$12,725M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity53.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+67.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Moonshine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moonshine receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Moonshine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moonshine is $33,400, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Moonshine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Moonshine has a population of 214 with a density of 594 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (90.2%), with 9.8% Hispanic.

Population

214
Total Population
594
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moonshine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.4%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.6%
54% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Moonshine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moonshine is $33,400, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Moonshine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,400
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,556
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
In Moonshine, 53.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 43.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.8%
68% above US avg
Diabetes21.0%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure51.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD9.8%
Stroke6.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity43.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.4%
Checkup Rate83.7%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Moonshine has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density594/sq mi
Coordinates29.9650°N, 90.8130°W
County FIPS22089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+67.9%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density594/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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