Sikes, LA

Louisiana

Sikes is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 232. Residents earn $41,500 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
232 Population 149/sq mi density
$41,500 Median Income $9,158 per capita
$90,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,500
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,900
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,500
Per Capita$9,158
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$604M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Elevation152 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+93.8%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute34 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries3

Is Sikes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sikes receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sikes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sikes is $41,500, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sikes is $90,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sikes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sikes has a population of 232 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

232
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.8%
Female 30.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sikes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sikes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sikes is $41,500, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Sikes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,500
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% 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 Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sikes is $90,900, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,900
68% 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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,883
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Sikes, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate33.6%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,807/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Sikes has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates32.0790°N, 92.4863°W
County FIPS22049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 54.0% 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+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Sikes with another city: