Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Port Vincent is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 581. Residents earn $67,538 per year, which is 10% below the national average.
Based on current data, Port Vincent receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Port Vincent has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Port Vincent is $67,538, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Port Vincent is $238,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Port Vincent is below the national average at 273 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,592 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Port Vincent enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $67,538 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,004 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,381 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,265 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,919 |
| County GDP | $12,654M |
| Restaurants | 272 |
| Healthcare | 241 |
| Retail | 407 |
| Manufacturing | 110 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,822 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
| Census Median | $238,200 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $222,329 |
| Census Median Rent | $692 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,822 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 32.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,276/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 241 |
| Total Violent | 272.9/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 272.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,592.1/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 545.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,773.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 272.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.3364°N, 90.8436°W |
| County FIPS | 22005 |
Winner: Republican by 34 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.9% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 241 |
| Restaurants | 272 |
| Retail Stores | 407 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Avg Commute | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |