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Perry, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Vermilion Parish County
Perry, LA
At a Glance
How Perry Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Perry's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Perry a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Perry residents earn a median household income of $71,534 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,066. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,348 business establishments, including 81 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Perry is $181,500 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $137,708. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Perry reports 1,033 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 172% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,316/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in Perry hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Perry has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.