Pleasure Bend, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Pleasure Bend is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 271.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
271 Population 65/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,648 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,648
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,725M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband98.0%
Libraries7

Is Pleasure Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasure Bend receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Pleasure Bend faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasure Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pleasure Bend has a population of 271 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

271
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasure Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pleasure Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasure Bend is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Pleasure Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
In Pleasure Bend, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pleasure Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Pleasure Bend has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates29.9221°N, 90.6412°W
County FIPS22089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home17.0%

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