Sarepta, LA

Louisiana

Sarepta is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 721. Residents earn $55,469 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
721 Population 442/sq mi density
$55,469 Median Income $25,183 per capita
$88,500 Home Value
$731 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,469 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $731/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,469
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,469
Per Capita$25,183
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$1,561M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation256 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Libraries7

Is Sarepta a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sarepta is $55,469, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sarepta is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sarepta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sarepta has a population of 721 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

721
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sarepta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sarepta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sarepta is $55,469, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sarepta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,469
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,183
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$59,924

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)995
County GDP$1,561M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare96
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,034
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sarepta is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% 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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,034
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Sarepta, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death15,964/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Sarepta has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates32.8950°N, 93.4515°W
County FIPS22119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants63
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

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