Plain Dealing, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Bossier Parish County
Plain Dealing, LA
At a Glance
How Plain Dealing Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plain Dealing's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plain Dealing a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plain Dealing residents earn a median household income of $31,298 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,468. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,667 business establishments, including 280 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plain Dealing is $99,700 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $131,317. Median rent is $493/month, with 26.4% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Plain Dealing reports 3,093 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 714% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 573/100K.
Education
15.3% of adults in Plain Dealing hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plain Dealing has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.