Simpson, LA

Louisiana

Simpson is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 392. Residents earn $81,071 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
392 Population 48/sq mi density
$81,071 Median Income $33,041 per capita
$147,100 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
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$81,071 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,071
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $147,100
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,071
Per Capita$33,041
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$2,698M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Elevation291 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Simpson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simpson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Simpson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simpson is $81,071, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simpson is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Simpson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Simpson has a population of 392 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

392
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Simpson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simpson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simpson is $81,071, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Simpson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,071
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,041
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$59,006

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,060
County GDP$2,698M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare64
Retail120
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,427
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Simpson is $147,100, 48% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,100
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,427
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Simpson, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death11,102/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Simpson has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation291 ft (89 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates31.2646°N, 93.0161°W
County FIPS22115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants84
Retail Stores120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home7.4%

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