Venice, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Venice is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 259.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
259 Population 259/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,818 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,818
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$4,007M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation-6 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+47.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute7 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries3

Is Venice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Venice receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Venice has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Venice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Venice has a population of 259 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 12% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

259
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Venice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Venice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Venice is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Venice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,818
Avg Weekly Wage$1,696
IRS Avg AGI$77,259

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)876
County GDP$4,007M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare23
Retail67
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,988
15% below US avg
In Venice, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 42.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD13.3%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity42.1%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death9,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Venice has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-6 ft (-2 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates29.2876°N, 89.3644°W
County FIPS22075
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+47.2%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants58
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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