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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,250 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,099 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $743 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $36,991 |
| Unemployment | 0.2% |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 268 |
| County GDP | $464M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,886 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.11% |
| Commute Time | 13.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
| Census Median | $169,600 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.7% |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,886 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.11% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,091/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.9 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 76 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3884°N, 91.1804°W |
| County FIPS | 22065 |
Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.6% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 69.7% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 13.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |