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Olla, LA

Louisiana · LaSalle Parish

Olla is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,315. Residents earn $34,444 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,315 Population 335/sq mi density
$34,444 Median Income $26,674 per capita
$117,800 Home Value $119,985 Zillow
$443 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$34,444 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$117,800 home value, $443/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $34,444
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,800
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $443
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,315
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density335/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$34,444
Per Capita$26,674
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$634M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,800
Rent$443
Ownership63.3%
Zillow$119,985
Housing Units539
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property148/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking24.5%
Depression33.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation142 ft (43 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
Commute20 min
Broadband92.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Olla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olla receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Olla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olla is $34,444, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olla is $117,800, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $443 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Olla is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 148 per 100,000, 92% below the national average.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Olla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Olla has a population of 1,315 with a density of 335 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 3.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,315
Total Population
335
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Olla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olla is $34,444, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,674 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $940, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 468 business establishments, including 26 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Olla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,444
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,674
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$63,925
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail48
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Olla is $117,800, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,985. Monthly rent averages $443 (62% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 539 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $2,020 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,985

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$443
62% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.3%
Owner-Occupied63.3%
Renter-Occupied36.7%
Housing Units539
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Olla, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.5% of residents, above the national average. 38.2% have high blood pressure. 24.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 34.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,854. The dentist ratio is 1:4,910. 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD11.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression33.3%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,854
Dentists1:4,910
Mental Health1:1,138
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits52.3%
Premature Death10,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities26
Olla has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 148 per 100,000, 92% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 148 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Olla receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property148.3/100K
92% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft148.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity1.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Olla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 142 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation142 ft (43 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density335/sq mi
Coordinates31.8981°N, 92.2404°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLaSalle Parish County
Nearest AirportEsler Regional (ESF)
35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.5"
57% above US avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.30"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score12.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.4 / 100
Community Resilience66.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 26, 2024.

Jan 27, 2024 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M3.6 106 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 130 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 149 km
Jan 9, 2024 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.8 104 km
Jan 11, 2024 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.8 105 km
Jan 9, 1997 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 149 km
Feb 24, 2020 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas M2.8 134 km
May 11, 2020 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 138 km
Apr 26, 2024 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana M2.7 125 km
Jan 19, 2024 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.7 108 km
Jan 19, 2024 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.7 104 km
Apr 23, 2024 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana M2.7 110 km
Apr 13, 2024 4 km NW of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.6 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 286 km
2021 Ida Category 4 199 km
2020 Laura Category 4 82 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 292 km
2020 Delta Category 2 210 km
2019 Barry Category 1 256 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 181 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 220 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 266 km
2005 Rita Category 3 236 km
2002 Lili Category 1 211 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 164 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 297 km
1985 Elena Category 3 267 km
1985 Danny Category 1 216 km
1985 Juan Category 1 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

547 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 71 fatalities, 964 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 21, 1971 EF5 90 km 47
Nov 29, 2010 EF4 55 km 0
Apr 1, 1983 EF4 86 km 2
Dec 13, 2022 EF3 100 km 0
Nov 29, 2022 EF3 19 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 64 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 82 km 0
Apr 25, 2019 EF3 79 km 2
Sep 24, 2005 EF3 68 km 0
Nov 23, 2004 EF3 2 km 1
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 61 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 69 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 61 km 0
Dec 21, 1990 EF3 71 km 0
May 19, 1983 EF3 40 km 0
May 19, 1983 EF3 80 km 0
May 19, 1983 EF3 64 km 0
May 19, 1983 EF3 6 km 1
May 18, 1983 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 1, 1983 EF3 59 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: C-368 366 365 364 75 (5,919 ac, 2021).

Year Name Acres Distance
2021 C-368 366 365 364 75 5,919 89 km
2021 C-43/44 5,340 89 km
2020 UNNAMED 5,104 99 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,777 82 km
2017 UNNAMED 4,498 42 km
2019 C-371/369/34 4,481 87 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,440 85 km
2011 TD13 4,208 83 km
2010 WRANGLER 3,693 85 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,648 88 km
2024 RX CAT C-40-41-42 3,635 39 km
2020 UNNAMED 3,599 90 km
2019 C-110/111 3,516 37 km
2018 UNNAMED 3,431 97 km
2016 UNNAMED 3,408 61 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,338 90 km
2018 UNNAMED 3,203 90 km
2021 C15/16 3,189 91 km
2024 RX CALE C-34-369 3,183 86 km
2022 C-34/369 3,160 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in
March 58°F (14°C) 5.7 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
November 56°F (13°C) 5.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest

Olla has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.5").

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Olla is located in LaSalle Parish County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 91% of the vote, a 82.7-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 26 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91%
D 8.3%

Winner: Republican by 82.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity1.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.11
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density335/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyLaSalle Parish County

Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Avg Download Speed17.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores48

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%
Average costs for common services in Olla. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit $309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit $1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $221 ($132–$353)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$309)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install $6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair $882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement $7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested) $13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense $4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation $441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation $2,205 ($882–$4,410)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$221)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread $3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly) $353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$353)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$693
Toddler$657
Preschool$635
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$602
Toddler$602
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in LaSalle Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 591 54 $28,472 1.26
Manufacturing 435 9 $72,649 1.13
Administrative & Waste Services 392 11 $52,985 1.42
Mining & Oil/Gas 209 24 $73,471 11.81
Agriculture & Forestry 169 25 $55,021 4.46
Transportation & Warehousing 130 20 $56,415 0.66
Finance & Insurance 125 23 $45,377 0.66
Construction 116 27 $41,130 0.47
Real Estate 7 5 $33,240 0.10

Hospitals in Olla

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
HARDTNER MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals Yes (318) 495-3131

Schools in Olla

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Olla-Standard Elementary School Elementary 390 23 17.0:1
LaSalle High School High 234 17 13.8:1
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Radio Stations near Olla

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Olla

1 campgrounds found near Olla.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Stuart Lake 1 Free

National Parks Near Olla

11 national parks and monuments found near Olla.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress State Park State Park Free
Cane River Creole National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Caney Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Hwy 165 Roadside Park State Park Free
Lake Claiborne State Park State Park Free
Linville Roadside Park State Park Free
Natchez National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
New Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Old Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Poverty Point National Monument National Monument Free
Vardie Parsons Park State Park Free

Trails Near Olla

5 trails found near Olla.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LIVINGSTON LITTLE CREEK 15.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
LIVINGSTON HICKMAN LOOP 11.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
LIVINGSTON LITTLE CREEK 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
GLENN EMERY MEMORIAL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STUART LAKE NATURE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Olla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTENNIAL CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3184957988
LOUISIANA ART AND FOLK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3186490726
MARTIN HOME PLACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3186496722
NORTH LOUISIANA FOLK LIFEHISTORY MUSEUM203 MARTIN PLACE ROAD3186496722
SCHEPIS MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3186499931

Libraries in Olla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LASALLE PARISH LIBRARY3108 N FIRST ST0.034,336
CALDWELL PARISH LIBRARY211 JACKSON STREET0.025,348

Farmers Markets in Olla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tullos Farmer's Fest6537 Park Street05/01/2014 to 08/28/2014Mon: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;

Restaurants in Olla

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burger Barn

Cafes in Olla

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brewed Awakenings

Pharmacies in Olla

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
R AND K DRUGS 2832 FRONT STREET 318-495-5155

Cell Towers in Olla

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4999-A Highway 127GTOWER110
6678 Hwy 165TOWER106
181 Ussery RoadTOWER79
181 Ussery RoadTOWER79

Fire Stations in Olla

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Olla Volunteer Fire Department3435 Main STVolunteer318-495-3919
Summerville Rosefield Volunteer Fire Department419 Highway 503Volunteer318-992-0122
Summerville-Rosefield Volunteer Fire Department419 HWY 503Volunteer318-992-0144

Bridges in Olla

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1941215,116G
CulvertConcrete1950323,888F
SlabConcrete19501423,888F
SlabConcrete1950803,888G
SlabConcrete20051203,888G
SlabConcrete20052203,888G
SlabConcrete1980581,838F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1978401,838F
SlabConcrete1980581,838G
CulvertConcrete1959441,348G
SlabConcrete19649001,348F
SlabConcrete198078318F
SlabConcrete1972190314F
SlabConcrete197476314F
SlabConcrete2002158314G
SlabConcrete1972152314F
SlabConcrete1962100314G
SlabConcrete196260314G
SlabConcrete1970172314F
SlabConcrete1970114314F
SlabConcrete197277314F
SlabConcrete1975209306F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193197306P
SlabConcrete1971152306P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193197306P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193197306P
SlabConcrete1971133306P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193159306P
CulvertSteel200126250G
SlabConcrete200095210G
SlabConcrete198495129F
SlabConcrete199257120G
SlabConcrete1999115100G
CulvertSteel19883790F
SlabConcrete201014075G
SlabConcrete19989570G
CulvertConcrete19982470G
CulvertSteel20003750F
SlabConcrete199911450G

Correctional Facilities in Olla

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
LASALLE CORRECTIONAL CENTER15976 US HWY 165COUNTY760757OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Olla

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LASALLE BIOENERGY LLCHIGHWAY 125 .5 MILE NORTH CITY LIMITSLA SALLE

Airports Near Olla

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexandria International AirportAEXMedium Airport
Esler Army Airfield / Esler Regional AirportESFMedium Airport
Monroe Regional AirportMLUMedium Airport
Arcadia Bienville Parish AirportSmall Airport
Bailey Air AirportSmall Airport
Barham AirportSmall Airport
Big Creek Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Bordelon Custom Spraying AirportSmall Airport
Bulldog Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
By-Macon Aero Services AirportSmall Airport
Caldwell Parish AirportSmall Airport
Chandler AirportSmall Airport
Circle G AirportSmall Airport
Coles Island AirportSmall Airport
Collinston Air Services AirportSmall Airport
Concordia Parish AirportSmall Airport
Cuba Farm AirportSmall Airport
David G Joyce AirportSmall Airport
Delhi Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Don's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
F L Braughton AirportSmall Airport
Ferriday AirportSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport
Goldmine Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Grass Roots AirportSmall Airport
Greg's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
High Hopes AirportSmall Airport
Holcomb's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Huenefeld AirportSmall Airport
Hutto's Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Jena AirportSmall Airport
John H Hooks Jr Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Jonesboro AirportSmall Airport
Jonesville AirportSmall Airport
Jonesville Lock AirportSmall Airport
Keystone Farms AirportSmall Airport
Little Eva Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Little River Landing StripSmall Airport
Louisiana Delta Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Louisiana Delta South End Landing StripSmall Airport
Oliair AirportSmall Airport
Oligrow AirportSmall Airport
Pineville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pollock Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Red Hawk AirportSmall Airport
Reno Flight Park AirportSmall Airport
Robinson Landing Strip (II)Small Airport
Roland AirportSmall Airport
Ruston Regional AirportRSNSmall Airport
Summerell AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Olla

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Alkie'sConvenience Store1783 Louisiana St
DOLLAR GENERAL 8475Other2811 Main Street 165
Family Dollar 13233Other3298 Main Street 165
Pearl & SidsConvenience Store13868 Hwy 165

Post Offices in Olla

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Olla Post Office3470 Main Street 165

Treatment Centers in Olla

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cognitive Development Centers - Phoenix Family Life CentersBoth318-992-2263
Hardtner Medical Center - Life Phases UnitBoth318-495-5302 x207
New Vision - LaSalle General HospitalSubstance Abuse318-390-3048

DOL Wage Violations in Olla

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $19,580 in back wages owed to 33 employees.

1
Violations
$19,580
Back Wages Owed
33
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Hardtner Medical Center LaSalle Parish Hospital Service District #1 71465 1 $19,580 $593 33

Churches & Religious Organizations in Olla

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CORNERSTONE APOSTOLIC CHURCH INC354 HIGHWAY 503
DRB MINISTRIES150 LISENBY RD
LASALLE MEN MISSIONS RETREAT335 STERNS RD
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD2915 MAIN STREET 165

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Frequently Asked Questions About Olla

What is the population of Olla?

Olla has a population of 1,315 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 335 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.3 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Olla expensive to live in?

Olla is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $34,444, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,800 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $443 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Olla safe?

Olla is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 148 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Olla receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Olla?

Olla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Olla?

Olla has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $940. There are 468 business establishments in the area, including 26 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 2.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Olla?

The median home value in Olla is $117,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,985. For renters, the median monthly rent is $443. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,020.

How are the schools in Olla?

Schools in Olla score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.4% of adults in Olla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Olla?

The obesity rate in Olla is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 24.5% of adults are smokers. 34.4% are physically inactive. 33.3% of residents report depression. 10.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,854.

What is transportation like in Olla?

The average commute in Olla is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Olla?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Olla is 88.1% White, 1.6% Black or African American. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 3.3% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

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