Reserve, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Reserve is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 7,471. Residents earn $60,509 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,471 Population 513/sq mi density
$60,509 Median Income $24,882 per capita
$160,400 Home Value $171,269 Zillow
$1,201 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,509 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,400 home value, $1,201/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,509
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,201
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,471
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,509
Per Capita$24,882
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$4,073M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$1,201
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,269

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+84.1%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 64%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Reserve a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reserve is $60,509, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reserve is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Reserve enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Reserve has a population of 7,471 with a density of 513 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.2%), with 25.8% White, 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

7,471
Total Population
513
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
14.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Reserve vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reserve vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reserve is $60,509, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Reserve vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,509
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,882
Avg Weekly Wage$1,403
IRS Avg AGI$52,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,000
County GDP$4,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare71
Retail113
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,193
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Reserve is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,269.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,269

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.6%
Price Drops21.4%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,201
3% above 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-Occupied74.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,193
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Reserve, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure44.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death11,024/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Reserve has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.2 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area14.6 sq mi (37.7 km²)
Population Density513/sq mi
Coordinates30.0730°N, 90.5550°W
County FIPS22095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.8%
D 64%

Winner: Democrat by 29.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density513/sq mi
Total Area14.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants69
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home0.9%

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