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Rayville, LA

Louisiana · Richland Parish · Monroe Metro

Rayville is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 3,297. Residents earn $24,474 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,297 Population 1,427/sq mi density
$24,474 Median Income $12,634 per capita
$111,600 Home Value $160,723 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$24,474 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$111,600 home value, $731/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $24,474
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,600
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.9%
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.1%
231% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,297
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,427/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$24,474
Per Capita$12,634
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty41.1%
County GDP$857M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$111,600
Rent$731
Ownership32.3%
Zillow$160,723
Housing Units1,447
Rent Burden36.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property57/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity51.9%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking28.3%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation80 ft (24 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+71.1%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score3.88

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband67.2%
EV Stations7
Libraries3

Is Rayville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rayville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Rayville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rayville is $24,474, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 41.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rayville is $111,600, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Rayville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 57 per 100,000, 97% below the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.9/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Rayville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rayville has a population of 3,297 with a density of 1,427 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 45.6% male. The city is predominantly Black (79.8%), with 18% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,297
Total Population
1,427
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rayville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rayville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rayville is $24,474, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,634 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $829, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 570 business establishments, including 23 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rayville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,474
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,634
Avg Weekly Wage$829
IRS Avg AGI$52,391
Gini Index0.490 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate41.1%
231% above US avg
Establishments (County)570
County GDP$857M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare73
Retail68
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,012
43% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rayville is $111,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,723, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 32.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,447 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $2,012 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 36.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,600
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,723

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Homeownership32.3%
Owner-Occupied32.3%
Renter-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units1,447
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,012
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Rayville, 51.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 21.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.1% of residents, above the national average. 51.8% have high blood pressure. 28.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.9% report binge drinking. 46.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.8% experience frequent mental distress. 14.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,523. The dentist ratio is 1:2,203. 50.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.9%
62% above US avg
Diabetes21.9%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure51.8%
Asthma12.8%
COPD12.9%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.3%
102% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity46.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress20.6%
Short Sleep48.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,523
Dentists1:2,203
Mental Health1:162
Checkup Rate82.9%
Dental Visits38.2%
Premature Death13,499/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Rayville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 57 per 100,000, 97% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 29, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 29 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Rayville receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property57.3/100K
97% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft28.6/100K
Vehicle Theft28.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Rayville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 80 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation80 ft (24 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,427/sq mi
Coordinates32.4710°N, 91.7574°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRichland Parish County
Nearest AirportMonroe Regional (MLU)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.0"
58% above US avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.71"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score36.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability94.8 / 100
Community Resilience63.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 23, 2024.

Jan 8, 2019 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi M3.7 112 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 105 km
Aug 11, 1996 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi M3.1 148 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 116 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 120 km
Dec 17, 2001 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 120 km
Jan 9, 1997 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 113 km
Feb 24, 2020 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas M2.8 103 km
May 11, 2020 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 105 km
Apr 23, 2024 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana M2.7 143 km
Dec 24, 1997 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.6 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Ida (2021, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Ida Category 3 227 km
2020 Laura Category 4 137 km
2020 Delta Category 2 285 km
2020 Zeta Category 2 295 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 242 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 298 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 231 km
2002 Lili Category 1 280 km
1992 Andrew Category 1 219 km
1985 Elena Category 3 271 km
1985 Danny Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

615 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 205 fatalities, 2,677 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 21, 1971 EF5 29 km 47
Dec 5, 1953 EF5 82 km 38
Mar 24, 2023 EF4 82 km 17
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 44 km 10
Apr 1, 1983 EF4 32 km 2
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 74 km 58
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 98 km 13
Dec 13, 2022 EF3 75 km 0
Nov 29, 2022 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 39 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 25, 2019 EF3 86 km 2
Sep 24, 2005 EF3 86 km 0
Nov 23, 2004 EF3 80 km 1
Nov 23, 2004 EF3 99 km 0
Nov 24, 2001 EF3 38 km 3
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 58 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 74 km 0
Dec 21, 1990 EF3 78 km 0
May 7, 1984 EF3 60 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 4,134 78 km
2006 MOLLICY WARREN 2,175 55 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,042 99 km
2022 WINN 85 86 87 1,593 100 km
2006 SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H 1,146 83 km
2007 BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F 1,061 81 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,057 83 km
2011 SHALLOW LAKE WEST 900 83 km
2000 SHALLOW LAKE W 892 83 km
1986 UNNAMED 889 82 km
1987 UNNAMED 839 81 km
1989 SHALLOW LAKE 820 83 km
1996 RIDGE ROAD 804 82 km
2006 PINE ISLAND 757 81 km
2014 ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE 752 90 km
1995 BOULDINHSE 748 81 km
2007 EAGLE LAKE 742 83 km
2006 UNNAMED 741 85 km
2021 JONES LAKE 727 90 km
1998 BOLDINHOS 717 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in
March 57°F (14°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in
June 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in Driest
October 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in

Rayville has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 48°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (3.1").

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Rayville is located in Richland Parish County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.1% of the vote, a 39.4-point margin. 67.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 73 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 64.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+71.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score3.88
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,427/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyRichland Parish County

Services

Broadband Access67.2%
Avg Download Speed55.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants23
Retail Stores68

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Rayville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit $309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit $1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $221 ($132–$353)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$309)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install $6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair $882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement $7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested) $13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense $4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation $441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation $2,205 ($882–$4,410)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$221)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread $3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly) $353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$353)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$563
Toddler$560
Preschool$560
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$447
Toddler$447
Preschool$455
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Richland Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 771 76 $34,045 1.24
Manufacturing 595 11 $62,772 1.16
Construction 258 52 $55,293 0.79
Wholesale Trade 253 29 $58,163 1.03
Finance & Insurance 188 34 $64,728 0.74
Transportation & Warehousing 178 28 $70,596 0.67
Professional & Technical Services 111 44 $50,864 0.26
Other Services 68 33 $35,816 0.36
Real Estate 48 15 $33,785 0.50
Utilities 21 6 $83,906 0.89
Information & Technology 15 5 $52,140 0.13

Hospitals in Rayville

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
RICHARDSON MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals Yes (318) 728-8292

Schools in Rayville

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rayville Elementary School Elementary 359 22 16.3:1
Holly Ridge Elementary School Elementary 208 13 16.0:1
Rayville Junior High School Middle 153 10 15.3:1
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Radio Stations near Rayville

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KMLB news, talk AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Rayville

1 campgrounds found near Rayville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Sterlington Recreation Area 5.0/5 1 $50

National Parks Near Rayville

16 national parks and monuments found near Rayville.

ParkTypeFee
Caney Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Chemin A Haut State Park State Park Free
Huey P Long Border Marker Park State Park Free
Hwy 165 Roadside Park State Park Free
Lake Bruin State Park State Park Free
Lake Chicot State Park State Park Free
Leroy Percy State Park State Park Free
Linville Roadside Park State Park Free
Moro Bay State Park State Park Free
Natchez National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Natchez State Park State Park Free
New Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Old Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Poverty Point National Monument National Monument Free
Vardie Parsons Park State Park Free
Vicksburg National Military Park National Military Park $20

Museums in Rayville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COLLINSTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ORIGINAL RICHLAND LIBRARY RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Rayville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RICHLAND PARISH LIBRARY1410 LOUISA STREET0.034,177

Hotels in Rayville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn

Restaurants in Rayville

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fox's Pizza Den
San Miguel Mexican Restaurant
Waffle House

Dentists in Rayville

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southern Smiles

Gas Stations in Rayville

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Pilot Truck Stop
Pilot Truck Stop
RaceWay
S Mart
S Mart

Banks in Rayville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Business First Bank

Gyms in Rayville

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Nursing Homes in Rayville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
COLONIAL MANOR NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER LLC
114 WHATLEY ST
For profit - Corporation 134 44 1/5 2/5 1/5 3187283252
RAYVILLE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER INC
294 HWY 3048
For profit - Corporation 149 57 1/5 1/5 1/5 3187282089

Pharmacies in Rayville

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1109 1806 SOUTH JULIA STREET 318-728-5917
YANCEY HEALTH MART PHARMACY 103 CHRISTIAN DRIVE 318-728-4195

Cell Towers in Rayville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
FISHER GUIDE CELL SITE 281 R. L. SMITH ROADTOWER113
324 Spring Hill RdTOWER106
SWARTZ CELL SITE: 324 SPRING HILL ROADTOWER106

Fire Stations in Rayville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Holly Ridge Fire Department92 Williams LNVolunteer911-100-1000
Rayville Volunteer Fire Department902 Harrison STMostly volunteer318-728-7515
Richland Parish Fire District Eight180 Highway 425Volunteer318-728-2288

Bridges in Rayville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19693338,890F
SlabConcrete196915038,890F
CulvertConcrete19713238,890F
CulvertConcrete19693738,890F
CulvertConcrete19692638,890F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196832138,890F
CulvertConcrete19683438,890F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196830238,890F
CulvertConcrete19694038,890F
SlabConcrete196915038,890F
SlabConcrete196915016,997F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196832116,997F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous200830216,997G
SlabConcrete196915016,997F
SlabConcrete19871009,661F
SlabConcrete19871006,578F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19583802,747P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19692422,730F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19712251,954F
SlabConcrete19712001,954F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19693431,594F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19601141,594F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19601351,594F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1960391,594F
Tee BeamConcrete19501161,467F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19712681,467F
Tee BeamConcrete1930941,451F
Tee BeamConcrete1930941,451F
Tee BeamConcrete1930631,451F
CulvertConcrete1953231,451F
Tee BeamConcrete1930721,451F
CulvertConcrete1953301,451F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1962781,260P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19692421,108F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1954771,108P
CulvertConcrete1953241,098F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1954173990F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1954116990F
CulvertConcrete200534700G
SlabConcrete199176570F
SlabConcrete198057529F
CulvertConcrete199821460G
SlabConcrete2015100431G
SlabConcrete200380400G
SlabConcrete200579400G
SlabConcrete200560350G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1991250340F
SlabConcrete196676320P
SlabConcrete2003100300G
SlabConcrete2023160275G
CulvertSteel199130250F
SlabConcrete198238250G
SlabConcrete198457250F
CulvertConcrete201136250G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber196538210P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1985297208F
CulvertConcrete200530200G
CulvertConcrete201126200G
SlabConcrete2011120200G
CulvertConcrete198734160G
SlabConcrete1966131150P
SlabConcrete196655150P
SlabConcrete199190120G
CulvertSteel201623103F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1976237100F
SlabConcrete200560100F
SlabConcrete2002118100G
SlabConcrete199395100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber196738100P
SlabConcrete19617877P
SlabConcrete19797677F
CulvertConcrete20112275G
CulvertConcrete19992270G
CulvertConcrete19943170F
SlabConcrete19959560F
CulvertConcrete19892240F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19702640P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19552830P
CulvertSteel20172425G
SlabConcrete20108025G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19603022P
CulvertConcrete19872222F

Correctional Facilities in Rayville

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
RICHLAND PARISH DETENTION CENTER-UNIT I474 HWY 15COUNTY310362OPEN
RICHLAND PARISH DETENTION CENTER-UNIT II456 HIGHWAY 15COUNTY310358OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Rayville

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
NEXT AUTOWORKS LA LLC - MONROE PLANT11000 MILHAVEN ROADOUACHITA

Airports Near Rayville

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monroe Regional AirportMLUMedium Airport
4B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alcorn State University AirportSmall Airport
Arkla Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Arkla Flyers Inc AirportSmall Airport
Bailey Air AirportSmall Airport
Barham AirportSmall Airport
Batton AirportSmall Airport
Bayou Meadows AirportSmall Airport
Berryhill Farms AirportSmall Airport
Big Creek Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Bonne Idee Air Services AirportSmall Airport
Bulldog Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
By-Macon Aero Services AirportSmall Airport
Byerley AirportSmall Airport
Caldwell Parish AirportSmall Airport
Cape AirportSmall Airport
ChrisAir Portland AirportSmall Airport
Circle G AirportSmall Airport
Collinston Air Services AirportSmall Airport
Conner AirportSmall Airport
Costello AirportSmall Airport
Cottonwood AirportSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Cuba Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dale Landing StripSmall Airport
Delhi Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Delta Dusters AirportSmall Airport
Diamond Point Landing StripSmall Airport
Eudora West AirportSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport
Goldmine Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Greg's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
High Hopes AirportSmall Airport
Holcomb's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Huenefeld AirportSmall Airport
Hutto's Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
John H Hooks Jr Memorial AirportSmall Airport
John Thomas Lake Landing StripSmall Airport
Johnson Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Jones East AirportSmall Airport
K C Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kelly AirportSmall Airport
Kennedy AirportSmall Airport
L&L Flying AirportSmall Airport
Lake Washington Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Leland Pruitt AirportSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Point AirportSmall Airport
McCready's Aero Service AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Rayville

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Louisiana State Police Troop F

Grocery Stores in Rayville

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BROOKSHIRE FOOD STORE 111Supermarket1952 Julia St
Circle K 2707782Convenience Store2204 JULIA ST
Dollar General 2492Other109 Jasper St
Dollar General 31574Other2253 Highway 183
Dollar Tree 5329Other2002 Julia St
Family Dollar 3936Other1910 Julia St
Pilot Travel Center 335Convenience Store103 Grimshaw St
Raceway 728Convenience Store2207 Louisa St
Rayville U-pak-itConvenience Store2175 Louisa St
Robinson Meat MarketSpecialty Store402 Madeline St
S Mart 1Convenience Store1206 Harrison St
S Mart 4Convenience Store3430 Highway 80
S-MartConvenience Store606 Harrison St
Superior MartConvenience Store2013 Julia St
Traco Distributinginc. NoGrocery Store2580 Highway 583
Walmart 1109Super Store1806 JULIA ST

Post Offices in Rayville

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Girard Post Office
Rayville Post Office103 Benedette Street

Treatment Centers in Rayville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for Children and Families IncMental Health318-728-2000

DOL Wage Violations in Rayville

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $31,292 in back wages owed to 37 employees.

9
Violations
$31,292
Back Wages Owed
37
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Rayville Recovery 71269 1 $23,510 $3,918 6
Southern Industrial Contractors, LLC 71269 1 $1,780 $890 2
Angels in Training 71269 1 $1,735 $158 11
Clark Commercial Services 71269 2 $1,534 $511 3
Joshua Graham Farms 71269 1 $1,219 $610 2
Lafagata Mexican Grill 71269 1 $721 $240 3
Big John's Steak & Seafood 71269 1 $457 $65 7
Days Inn Wyndham Hotels 71269 1 $254 $254 1
Northstar Land Development LLC. 71269 1 $83 $41 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rayville

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
2 KS MINISTRY285 FUTCH RD
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH406 SCOTT ST
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 6
HOPE PUSHERS MINISTRIES72 PERCY HIGGINS RD
NEW DIRECTION FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC202 PINE ST
SAINT JOE BAPTIST CHURCH1446 HIGHWAY 15
SALVATIONS CROSS INC108 BUCKLES RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rayville

What is the population of Rayville?

Rayville has a population of 3,297 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,427 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.4% female and 45.6% male.

Is Rayville expensive to live in?

Rayville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $24,474, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rayville safe?

Rayville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 57 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rayville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rayville?

Rayville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Rayville?

The unemployment rate in Rayville is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $829. There are 570 business establishments in the area, including 23 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rayville?

The median home value in Rayville is $111,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,723. For renters, the median monthly rent is $731. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 32.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,012.

How are the schools in Rayville?

Schools in Rayville have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.0% of adults in Rayville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rayville?

The obesity rate in Rayville is 51.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 28.3% of adults are smokers. 46.0% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 14.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 50.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,523.

What is transportation like in Rayville?

The average commute in Rayville is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 64.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rayville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rayville is 18% White, 79.8% Black or African American. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

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