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Oakdale, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Allen Parish County
Oakdale, LA
At a Glance
How Oakdale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oakdale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oakdale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oakdale residents earn a median household income of $45,038 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,486. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 442 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oakdale is $106,800 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $101,198. Median rent is $766/month, with 36.7% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Oakdale reports 568 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,428/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in Oakdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 74.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.