Palmetto, LA

Louisiana

Palmetto is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 127. Residents earn $26,615 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
127 Population 143/sq mi density
$26,615 Median Income $53,462 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$26,615 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,615
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,615
Per Capita$53,462
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$3,178M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+71.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries3

Is Palmetto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmetto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Palmetto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmetto is $26,615, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmetto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Palmetto has a population of 127 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.9%), with 39.4% White.

Population

127
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmetto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Palmetto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmetto is $26,615, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Palmetto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,615
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,462
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$54,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,100
County GDP$3,178M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare268
Retail292
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,007
43% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home8.6%

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-Occupied50.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,007
43% below US avg
In Palmetto, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death16,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Palmetto has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates30.7177°N, 91.9091°W
County FIPS22097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.8-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+71.8%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants117
Retail Stores292

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home8.6%

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