Presquille, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Presquille is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,885. Residents earn $99,479 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,885 Population 2,417/sq mi density
$99,479 Median Income $34,233 per capita
$258,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$99,479 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$258,500 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,479
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $258,500
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,885
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density2,417/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$99,479
Per Capita$34,233
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$6,287M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain65.4 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+84.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Libraries10

Is Presquille a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Presquille receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Presquille offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Presquille is $99,479, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Presquille among higher-income communities. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Presquille is $258,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Presquille enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Presquille has a population of 1,885 with a density of 2,417 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,885
Total Population
2,417
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Presquille vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Presquille vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Presquille is $99,479, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Presquille vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,479
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,291
IRS Avg AGI$62,033

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,205
County GDP$6,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare179
Retail263
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,016
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Presquille is $258,500, 8% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,500
8% below US avg

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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,016
15% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Presquille, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death10,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities179

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Presquille has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.4 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,417/sq mi
Coordinates29.5586°N, 90.6386°W
County FIPS22057
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,417/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants159
Retail Stores263

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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