Pioneer, LA

Louisiana

Pioneer is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 522. Residents earn $80,526 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
522 Population 479/sq mi density
$80,526 Median Income $23,053 per capita
$49,100 Home Value
$842 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,526 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,100 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,526
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $49,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density479/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,526
Per Capita$23,053
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$237M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,100
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Elevation104 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Pioneer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pioneer receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Pioneer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pioneer is $80,526, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pioneer is $49,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pioneer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pioneer has a population of 522 with a density of 479 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 5% Black.

Population

522
Total Population
479
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.7%
Female 69.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pioneer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pioneer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pioneer is $80,526, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Pioneer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,526
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,053
Avg Weekly Wage$823
IRS Avg AGI$49,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$237M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$875
75% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pioneer is $49,100, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,100
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$875
75% below US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Pioneer, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure43.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate81.0%
Premature Death12,774/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Pioneer has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation104 ft (32 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density479/sq mi
Coordinates32.7381°N, 91.4381°W
County FIPS22123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 12.6%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density479/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants12
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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