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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,624 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,443 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $743 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $36,991 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.2% |
| 184% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 268 |
| County GDP | $464M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,886 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
| Commute Time | 15.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $83,900 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $602 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 42.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,886 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
| Obesity | 53.6% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 22.4% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 52.8% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 13.0% |
| Stroke | 6.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.7% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 25.3% |
| Physical Distress | 20.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 83.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,091/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Total Violent | 640.2/100K |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 41.8/100K |
| Robbery | 41.8/100K |
| Assault | 556.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,425.9/100K |
| 126% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,614.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,755.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 55.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.9 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 86 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4067°N, 91.1917°W |
| County FIPS | 22065 |
Winner: Democrat by 6.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.0% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,203/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 15.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |