Sulphur, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Calcasieu Parish County
Sulphur, LA
At a Glance
How Sulphur Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sulphur's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sulphur a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sulphur residents earn a median household income of $58,044 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,014. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,056 business establishments, including 460 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sulphur is $175,200 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,468. Median rent is $1,015/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Sulphur reports 376 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,927/100K.
Education
16.4% of adults in Sulphur hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 85.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sulphur has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.