Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Vinton is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 3,245. Residents earn $41,063 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Vinton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vinton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Vinton is $41,063, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Vinton is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Vinton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,170 per 100,000, near the national average.
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Vinton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 89.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,063 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,244 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,187 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,887 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.3% |
| 128% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,056 |
| County GDP | $18,357M |
| Restaurants | 460 |
| Healthcare | 580 |
| Retail | 765 |
| Manufacturing | 129 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,238 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
| Commute Time | 34.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $108,900 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,274 |
| Census Median Rent | $954 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,238 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
| Obesity | 50.1% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 12.9% |
| Stroke | 5.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 45.7% |
| Depression | 31.6% |
| Mental Distress | 24.3% |
| Physical Distress | 20.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,761/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 580 |
| Total Violent | 62.9/100K |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 62.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,170.5/100K |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,069.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,101.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 31.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.4 inches |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 636/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1954°N, 93.5822°W |
| County FIPS | 22019 |
Winner: Republican by 39.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.4% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 636/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 580 |
| Restaurants | 460 |
| Retail Stores | 765 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| Avg Commute | 34.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |