Oretta, LA

Louisiana

Oretta is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 565.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
565 Population 257/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,884 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population565
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,884
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,972M
Commute44 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation99 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+62.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute44 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries5

Is Oretta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oretta receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Oretta faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oretta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Oretta has a population of 565 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

565
Total Population
257
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oretta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oretta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oretta is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Oretta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,884
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$68,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare66
Retail111
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg
In Oretta, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Oretta has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation99 ft (30 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density257/sq mi
Coordinates30.5289°N, 93.4391°W
County FIPS22011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+62.2%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density257/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants51
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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