Powhatan, LA

Louisiana

Powhatan is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 27.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
27 Population 50/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,804 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,047M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation123 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+95.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Libraries3

Is Powhatan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Powhatan receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Powhatan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Powhatan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Powhatan has a population of 27 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.4%), with 29.6% White.

Population

27
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.4%
Female 29.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Powhatan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Powhatan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powhatan 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: Powhatan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,804
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$66,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied41.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
In Powhatan, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Powhatan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure45.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate83.0%
Premature Death15,750/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Powhatan has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation123 ft (37 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates31.8738°N, 93.2032°W
County FIPS22069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.4-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 22.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants103
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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