Patterson, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Mary Parish County
Patterson, LA
At a Glance
How Patterson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Patterson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Patterson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Patterson residents earn a median household income of $48,002 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,779. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,436 business establishments, including 96 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Patterson is $137,200 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,713. Median rent is $745/month, with 35.1% 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 1989.
Safety & Crime
Patterson reports 270 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 541/100K.
Education
7.3% of adults in Patterson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 82.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Patterson has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches.