Napoleonville, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Napoleonville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 468.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
468 Population 2,753/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,749 per capita
N/A Home Value $164,228 Zillow
$714 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $714
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.6%
333% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.1%
215% higher than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density2,753/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,749
Unemployment15.6%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$735M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$714
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,228
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+54.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.7%
Libraries5

Is Napoleonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Napoleonville receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Napoleonville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $714 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Napoleonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Napoleonville has a population of 468 with a density of 2,753 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.6%), with 17.7% White.

Population

468
Total Population
2,753
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Napoleonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Napoleonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napoleonville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Napoleonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,749
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$65,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.6%
333% above US avg
Poverty Rate39.1%
215% above US avg
Establishments (County)332
County GDP$735M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare15
Retail36
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $714 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,228.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$164,228
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$78
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$714
39% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
In Napoleonville, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure46.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.3%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate83.1%
Premature Death12,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access35.6%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Napoleonville has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,753/sq mi
Coordinates29.9383°N, 91.0264°W
County FIPS22007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.6-point margin. 78.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+54.8%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,753/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants13
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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