Mooringsport, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Mooringsport is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 633. Residents earn $21,889 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
633 Population 491/sq mi density
$21,889 Median Income $19,632 per capita
$76,100 Home Value $136,469 Zillow
$756 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,889 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$76,100 home value, $756/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,889
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,889
Per Capita$19,632
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$17,943M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,100
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,469

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation272 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute28 min
Libraries22

Is Mooringsport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooringsport receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mooringsport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooringsport is $21,889, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooringsport is $76,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooringsport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mooringsport has a population of 633 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.5%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 28.4% Black.

Population

633
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooringsport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mooringsport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooringsport is $21,889, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mooringsport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,889
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,632
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$73,401

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,917
County GDP$17,943M

Business (County)

Restaurants523
Healthcare857
Retail802
Manufacturing151

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,208
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooringsport is $76,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,469.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,100
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,469

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,208
20% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Mooringsport, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression32.5%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death14,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities857

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Mooringsport 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 is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates32.6794°N, 93.9602°W
County FIPS22017
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities857
Restaurants523
Retail Stores802

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home5.2%

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