Reddell, LA

Louisiana

Reddell is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 617. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
617 Population 162/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $31,396 per capita
$56,100 Home Value
$687 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,100 home value, $687/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $687
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population617
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$31,396
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,100
Rent$687
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Elevation68 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Libraries6

Is Reddell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reddell receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Reddell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reddell is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reddell is $56,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $687 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Reddell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Reddell has a population of 617 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 10.7% Black.

Population

617
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Reddell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.6%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.4%
201% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Reddell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reddell is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Reddell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,396
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare102
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Reddell is $56,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $687 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,100
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$687
41% 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-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Reddell, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities102

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Reddell has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation68 ft (21 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates30.6687°N, 92.4268°W
County FIPS22039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants26
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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