Richmond, LA

Louisiana

Richmond is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 529. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
529 Population 319/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $30,099 per capita
$169,600 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,600 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,600
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$30,099
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$464M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,600
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation76 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute13 min
Broadband69.7%
Libraries1

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richmond is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richmond is $169,600, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Richmond enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Richmond has a population of 529 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 23.4% Black.

Population

529
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,099
Avg Weekly Wage$743
IRS Avg AGI$36,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)268
County GDP$464M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare29
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,886
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Richmond is $169,600, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,600
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,886
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Richmond, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death15,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access83.3%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Richmond has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation76 ft (23 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates32.3884°N, 91.1804°W
County FIPS22065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6.2-point margin. 69.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.2%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants13
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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