St. Maurice, LA

Louisiana

St. Maurice is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 274. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
274 Population 41/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $17,506 per capita
$85,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$85,700 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.3%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.3%
233% higher than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$17,506
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty41.3%
County GDP$702M
Commute17 min

Housing

F
Home Value$85,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Elevation137 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries5

Is St. Maurice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Maurice receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. 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. St. Maurice has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Maurice is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Maurice is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 34.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Maurice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

St. Maurice has a population of 274 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.6%), with 46.4% Black.

Population

274
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Maurice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Maurice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Maurice is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: St. Maurice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,506
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$55,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.3%
233% above US avg
Establishments (County)345
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare35
Retail36
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,689
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Maurice is $85,700, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,700
70% below US avg

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)$1,689
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In St. Maurice, 48.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Maurice vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.3%
50% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure44.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.2%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate83.2%
Premature Death15,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

St. Maurice has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates31.7613°N, 92.9389°W
County FIPS22127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.4-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.48
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants17
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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