Morganza, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Morganza is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 601. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
601 Population 497/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $32,999 per capita
$131,500 Home Value
$917 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$131,500 home value, $917/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,500
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population601
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$32,999
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,079M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,500
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Elevation51 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+92.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Morganza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morganza receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Morganza offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morganza is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morganza is $131,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Morganza enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Morganza has a population of 601 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 27.6% Black.

Population

601
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Morganza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morganza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morganza is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Morganza vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,999
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$65,505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)540
County GDP$1,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare36
Retail72
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,978
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morganza is $131,500, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,500
53% below US avg
Median List Price$110,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$110,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,978
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Morganza, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death13,129/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access42.4%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Morganza has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation51 ft (16 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates30.7381°N, 91.5916°W
County FIPS22077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants44
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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