Singer, LA

Louisiana

Singer is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 225.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
225 Population 32/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $10,341 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.5%
388% higher than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female17% / 83%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,341
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.5%
County GDP$1,972M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation147 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+41.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5

Is Singer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Singer receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Singer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Singer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Singer has a population of 225 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.9%), with 35.1% White.

Population

225
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 16.9%
Female 83.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Singer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Singer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Singer is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Singer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,341
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$68,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.5%
388% above US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,972M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare66
Retail111
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,210
37% below US avg
In Singer, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Singer has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation147 ft (45 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates30.6512°N, 93.4117°W
County FIPS22011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+41.3%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants51
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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