Rio, LA

Louisiana

Rio is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 217.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
217 Population 192/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age13.2 yrs
Density192/mi²
Male / Female23% / 77%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,530M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.9 in/yr
Elevation101 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Rio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rio 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 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rio has a population of 217 with a density of 192 people per square mile. The median age is 13.2 years, 66% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

217
Total Population
192
People / sq mi
13.2yrs
Median Age
66% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.6%
Female 77.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$791
IRS Avg AGI$59,295

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,010
County GDP$1,530M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare104
Retail171
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,659
24% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,659
24% below US avg
In Rio, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death14,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities104

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Rio 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 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.9 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation101 ft (31 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density192/sq mi
Coordinates30.6914°N, 89.8896°W
County FIPS28109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.48
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density192/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities104
Restaurants98
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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