Pine Prairie, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Evangeline Parish County
Pine Prairie, LA
At a Glance
How Pine Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pine Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pine Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pine Prairie residents earn a median household income of $32,917 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,397. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 646 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pine Prairie is $153,700 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $96,965. Median rent is $704/month, with 26.8% 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 1976.
Education
10.2% of adults in Pine Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 71.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pine Prairie has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches.