Provencal, LA

Louisiana

Provencal is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 427. Residents earn $75,938 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
427 Population 174/sq mi density
$75,938 Median Income $35,693 per capita
$115,200 Home Value
$746 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,938 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,200 home value, $746/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,938
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $115,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population427
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,938
Per Capita$35,693
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$2,047M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,200
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation167 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+97.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Provencal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Provencal receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Provencal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Provencal is $75,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Provencal is $115,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Provencal 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.

Provencal has a population of 427 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

427
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Provencal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Provencal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Provencal is $75,938, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Provencal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,938
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,693
Avg Weekly Wage$885
IRS Avg AGI$66,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Provencal is $115,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% 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-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,812
20% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Provencal, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death15,750/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Provencal 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

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates31.6547°N, 93.2001°W
County FIPS22069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% 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+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score4.48
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants103
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home7.8%

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