Simsboro, LA

Louisiana

Simsboro is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 831. Residents earn $36,370 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
831 Population 239/sq mi density
$36,370 Median Income $23,286 per capita
$79,500 Home Value $148,282 Zillow
$962 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,370 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,500 home value, $962/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,370
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population831
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,370
Per Capita$23,286
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$2,777M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,500
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,282

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation314 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+85.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Simsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Simsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Simsboro is $36,370, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Simsboro is $79,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Simsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Simsboro has a population of 831 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 18.5% Black.

Population

831
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Simsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Simsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simsboro is $36,370, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Simsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,370
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,286
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$72,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,777M

Business (County)

Restaurants120
Healthcare163
Retail177
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Simsboro is $79,500, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,282.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,500
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,282

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$962
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,888
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Simsboro, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death10,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities163

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Simsboro has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation314 ft (96 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates32.5323°N, 92.7839°W
County FIPS22061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities163
Restaurants120
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home1.1%

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