Natchitoches, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Natchitoches Parish County
Natchitoches, LA
At a Glance
How Natchitoches Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Natchitoches's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Natchitoches a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Natchitoches residents earn a median household income of $38,731 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,380. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,053 business establishments, including 103 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Natchitoches is $188,400 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,151. Median rent is $777/month, with 38.0% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Natchitoches reports 909 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 139% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,456/100K.
Education
29.5% of adults in Natchitoches hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Natchitoches has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches.