Simpson, LA

Simpson, LA

At a Glance

How Simpson Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Simpson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Simpson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Simpson residents earn a median household income of $81,071 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,041. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,060 business establishments, including 84 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Simpson is $147,100 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,945. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.

Safety & Crime

Simpson reports 603 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,494/100K.

Education

6.8% of adults in Simpson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Simpson has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

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