Tickfaw, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Tickfaw is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 862. Residents earn $51,528 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
862 Population 532/sq mi density
$51,528 Median Income $22,042 per capita
$174,600 Home Value $192,649 Zillow
$830 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
137 Violent Crime/100K 2,192 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,528 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $830/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
137 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,528
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,600
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 137/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population862
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density532/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,528
Per Capita$22,042
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$6,435M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,600
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,649

Crime

F
Violent137/100K
Property2,192/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault137/100K
Burglary274/100K

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.2 in/yr
Elevation61 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+76.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Libraries6

Is Tickfaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tickfaw receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tickfaw has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tickfaw is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tickfaw is $174,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Tickfaw is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,192 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tickfaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tickfaw has a population of 862 with a density of 532 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.3%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 21.9% Black.

Population

862
Total Population
532
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tickfaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tickfaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tickfaw is $51,528, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Tickfaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,528
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,042
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,747
County GDP$6,435M

Business (County)

Restaurants289
Healthcare350
Retail465
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,266
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tickfaw is $174,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,649

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% 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-Occupied64.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,266
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Tickfaw, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD10.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.9%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death13,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities350
Tickfaw has a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,192 per 100,000 (12% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.0/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault137.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,191.8/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary274.0/100K
Theft1,917.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tickfaw has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.2 inches
69% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation61 ft (19 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density532/sq mi
Coordinates30.5769°N, 90.4871°W
County FIPS22105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+76.6%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density532/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities350
Restaurants289
Retail Stores465

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

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