Tallulah, LA

Louisiana

Tallulah is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 6,124. Residents earn $32,624 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,124 Population 2,203/sq mi density
$32,624 Median Income $14,443 per capita
$83,900 Home Value
$602 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
640 Violent Crime/100K 4,426 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$32,624 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value, $602/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
640 violent crimes/100K (68% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,624
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 640/100K
68% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $602
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.6%
67% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.2%
184% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,124
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density2,203/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,624
Per Capita$14,443
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty35.2%
County GDP$464M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
Rent$602
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent640/100K
Property4,426/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault557/100K
Burglary1,614/100K

Health

Obesity53.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation86 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+76.3%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Tallulah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tallulah receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tallulah has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tallulah is $32,624, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 35.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tallulah is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $602 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 640 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,426 per 100,000, 126% above the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tallulah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tallulah has a population of 6,124 with a density of 2,203 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.2%), with 13.4% White.

Population

6,124
Total Population
2,203
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tallulah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tallulah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tallulah is $32,624, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Tallulah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,624
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,443
Avg Weekly Wage$743
IRS Avg AGI$36,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.2%
184% above US avg
Establishments (County)268
County GDP$464M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare29
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,886
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tallulah is $83,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $602 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$602
48% 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-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,886
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Tallulah, 53.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 46.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.6%
67% above US avg
Diabetes22.4%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure52.8%
Asthma13.3%
COPD13.0%
Stroke6.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity46.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress25.3%
Physical Distress20.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate83.5%
Premature Death15,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access83.3%
Healthcare Facilities29
Tallulah has a violent crime rate of 640 per 100,000 residents, 68% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,426 per 100,000 (126% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent640.2/100K
68% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape41.8/100K
Robbery41.8/100K
Assault556.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,425.9/100K
126% above US avg
Burglary1,614.5/100K
Theft2,755.7/100K
Vehicle Theft55.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tallulah has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation86 ft (26 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density2,203/sq mi
Coordinates32.4067°N, 91.1917°W
County FIPS22065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.2%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+76.3%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,203/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants13
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

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