Point Place, LA

Louisiana

Point Place is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 589.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
589 Population 601/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,719 per capita
$303,100 Home Value
$2,190 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $303,100
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,190
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population589
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,719
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,047M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$303,100
Rent$2,190
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation106 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Libraries3

Is Point Place a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point Place receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Point Place offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Place is $303,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,190 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Point Place enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Point Place has a population of 589 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 11% Black.

Population

589
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Place vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Place vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Place is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Point Place vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,719
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$66,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$2,047M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare96
Retail124
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Place is $303,100, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,190 (88% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,100
8% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,190
88% above 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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Point Place, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Point Place vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death15,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Point Place has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates31.6876°N, 93.0250°W
County FIPS22069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 22.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.48
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants103
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Point Place with another city: