Reeves, LA

Louisiana

Reeves is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 140. Residents earn $43,125 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
140 Population 58/sq mi density
$43,125 Median Income $25,064 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$678 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,125 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $678/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,125
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,125
Per Capita$25,064
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$1,972M

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+88.7%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband63.0%
Libraries5

Is Reeves a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reeves receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Reeves offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reeves is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reeves is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Reeves enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Reeves has a population of 140 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

140
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Reeves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reeves vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reeves is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Reeves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,125
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,064
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$68,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare66
Retail111
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Reeves is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$678
42% 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-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Reeves, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Reeves has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates30.5217°N, 93.0362°W
County FIPS22011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants51
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home8.3%

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