Port Vincent, LA

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
581 Population 342/sq mi density
$67,538 Median Income $44,004 per capita
$238,200 Home Value $222,329 Zillow
$692 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
273 Violent Crime/100K 2,592 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$67,538 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$238,200 home value, $692/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
273 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,538
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $238,200
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 273/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

How Port Vincent Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population581
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density342/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,538
Per Capita$44,004
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$12,654M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,200
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,329

Crime

F
Violent273/100K
Property2,592/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault273/100K
Burglary546/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Port Vincent a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Port Vincent has a population of 581 with a density of 342 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

581
Total Population
342
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Vincent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Vincent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Vincent is $67,538, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Port Vincent vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,538
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,381
IRS Avg AGI$84,265

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$12,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare241
Retail407
Manufacturing110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,822
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Vincent is $238,200, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,329.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,200
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,329

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% below 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-Occupied85.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,822
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Port Vincent, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Vincent vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death9,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities241
Port Vincent has a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,592 per 100,000 (32% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Port Vincent vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent272.9/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault272.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,592.1/100K
32% above US avg
Burglary545.7/100K
Theft1,773.5/100K
Vehicle Theft272.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Port Vincent has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.2 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density342/sq mi
Coordinates30.3364°N, 90.8436°W
County FIPS22005
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density342/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants272
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

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