Plaquemine, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Iberville Parish County
Plaquemine, LA
At a Glance
How Plaquemine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plaquemine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plaquemine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plaquemine residents earn a median household income of $76,857 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,377. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 818 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plaquemine is $181,600 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,451. Median rent is $860/month, with 24.5% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Plaquemine reports 1,215 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 220% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,291/100K.
Education
15.6% of adults in Plaquemine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plaquemine has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.