Shongaloo, LA

Louisiana

Shongaloo is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 110. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
110 Population 14/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $28,601 per capita
$108,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,700 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population110
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$28,601
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,561M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation253 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute31 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries7

Is Shongaloo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shongaloo receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shongaloo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shongaloo is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shongaloo is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Shongaloo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Shongaloo has a population of 110 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

110
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Shongaloo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Shongaloo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shongaloo is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Shongaloo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,601
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$59,924

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% 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 Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shongaloo is $108,700, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,700
61% 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-Occupied96.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,034
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Shongaloo, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death15,964/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Shongaloo has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates32.9403°N, 93.2932°W
County FIPS22119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants63
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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