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Shongaloo, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Webster Parish County
Shongaloo, LA
At a Glance
How Shongaloo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shongaloo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shongaloo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shongaloo residents earn a median household income of $48,125 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,601. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 995 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shongaloo is $108,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $84,822. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Shongaloo reports 596 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,635/100K.
Education
20.5% of adults in Shongaloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shongaloo has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.