Sorrel, LA

Louisiana

Sorrel is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 695.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
695 Population 328/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,939 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,939
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$3,528M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+85.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Libraries8

Is Sorrel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sorrel receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sorrel faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sorrel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sorrel has a population of 695 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.8%), with 44.9% Black.

Population

695
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Sorrel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sorrel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sorrel is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sorrel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,939
Avg Weekly Wage$1,191
IRS Avg AGI$56,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,436
County GDP$3,528M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare106
Retail175
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,530
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home7.0%

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-Occupied90.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,530
28% below US avg
In Sorrel, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate81.4%
Premature Death13,601/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities106

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Sorrel has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates29.8884°N, 91.6266°W
County FIPS22101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants96
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home7.0%

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