Saline, LA

Louisiana

Saline is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 261. Residents earn $39,500 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
261 Population 219/sq mi density
$39,500 Median Income $24,677 per capita
$109,200 Home Value
$725 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,500
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population261
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,500
Per Capita$24,677
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$604M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Elevation194 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+68.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries3

Is Saline a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saline is $39,500, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saline is $109,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Saline enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Saline has a population of 261 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 17.2% Black.

Population

261
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saline is $39,500, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Saline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,500
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,677
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$604M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saline is $109,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below 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-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Saline, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.0% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death11,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access16.7%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Saline has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates32.1631°N, 92.9768°W
County FIPS22049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+68.8%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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