Rosedale, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Rosedale is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,099. Residents earn $78,226 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,099 Population 141/sq mi density
$78,226 Median Income $36,792 per capita
$117,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,226 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,800 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,226
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,099
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,226
Per Capita$36,792
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,340M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Elevation18 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Rosedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosedale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rosedale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosedale is $78,226, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosedale is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosedale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rosedale has a population of 1,099 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 24.1% Black.

Population

1,099
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosedale is $78,226, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Rosedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,226
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,792
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$70,462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)857
County GDP$2,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare32
Retail89
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosedale is $117,800, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,800
58% below US avg

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-Occupied95.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,347
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Rosedale, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death11,218/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Rosedale has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.5 inches
70% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation18 ft (5 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates30.4429°N, 91.4601°W
County FIPS22121
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.1%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.48
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants73
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home1.9%

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