Supreme, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Supreme is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 693. Residents earn $28,455 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
693 Population 204/sq mi density
$28,455 Median Income $16,513 per capita
N/A Home Value
$395 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$28,455 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$395/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,455
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $395
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.0%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population693
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,455
Per Capita$16,513
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$7,139M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$395
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+52.4%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Libraries9

Is Supreme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Supreme receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Supreme offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Supreme is $28,455, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $395 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Supreme enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Supreme has a population of 693 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (95.7%), with 4.3% White.

Population

693
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Supreme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Supreme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Supreme is $28,455, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Supreme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,455
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,513
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$66,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,342
County GDP$7,139M

Business (County)

Restaurants229
Healthcare268
Retail434
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,045
13% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $395 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$395
66% 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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,045
13% below US avg
In Supreme, 48.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 43.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.0%
50% above US avg
Diabetes20.4%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure50.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD10.7%
Stroke6.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity43.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate82.6%
Premature Death11,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Supreme has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.1 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates29.8619°N, 90.9927°W
County FIPS22109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+52.4%
School Test Score4.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants229
Retail Stores434

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

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