Vinton, LA

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.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,245 Population 636/sq mi density
$41,063 Median Income $22,244 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $141,274 Zillow
$954 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 2,170 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$41,063 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $954/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,063
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.1%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.3%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,245
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,063
Per Capita$22,244
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty28.3%
County GDP$18,357M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,274

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property2,170/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault63/100K
Burglary1,070/100K

Health

Obesity50.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries12

Is Vinton a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Vinton has a population of 3,245 with a density of 636 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 11.7% Black.

Population

3,245
Total Population
636
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vinton is $41,063, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Vinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,063
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,244
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.3%
128% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,056
County GDP$18,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants460
Healthcare580
Retail765
Manufacturing129

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vinton is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,274.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,274

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% 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-Occupied40.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Vinton, 50.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.6% report depression. 45.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.1%
56% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure45.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD12.9%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity45.7%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress20.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death11,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities580
Vinton has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,170 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.9/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault62.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,170.5/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary1,069.5/100K
Theft1,101.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson31.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vinton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density636/sq mi
Coordinates30.1954°N, 93.5822°W
County FIPS22019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+84.0%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density636/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities580
Restaurants460
Retail Stores765

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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