Violet, LA

Louisiana · St. Bernard Parish · New Orleans-Metairie Metro

Violet is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 4,454. Residents earn $48,897 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,454 Population 1,133/sq mi density

$48,897 Median Income $24,530 per capita

$180,100 Home Value $167,711 Zillow

$1,179 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

69°F Avg Temperature 319 sunny days/yr

236 Violent Crime/100K 2,801 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$48,897 median income, 2.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$180,100 home value, $1,179/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

236 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)

Education

2.0 / 5.0

12.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $48,897

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $180,100

36% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 236/100K

38% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.1%

64% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,179

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 48.1%

50% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.7%

22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,454

Median Age36.4 yrs

Density1,133/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 30%

Veterans4.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$48,897

Per Capita$24,530

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty9.7%

County GDP$1,744M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$180,100

Rent$1,179

Ownership78.5%

Zillow$167,711

Housing Units1,906

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent236/100K

Property2,801/100K

Health

Obesity48.1%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking23.3%

Depression26.4%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation2 ft (1 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.1%

High School+75.2%

Graduate+6.2%

School Score5.18

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%

Commute32 min

Broadband78.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries2

Is Violet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Violet receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Violet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Violet is $48,897, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Violet is $180,100, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Violet is below the national average at 236 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,801 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Violet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Violet has a population of 4,454 with a density of 1,133 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (63.4%), with 29.9% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,454

Total Population

1,133

People / sq mi

36.4yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

4.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%

Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Violet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.1%

22% above US avg

Spanish 3.9%

71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Violet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Violet is $48,897, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,190, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,014 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 12.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Violet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,897
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,530
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,190
IRS Avg AGI	$51,680
Gini Index	0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.7%
	22% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,014
County GDP	$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants	85
Healthcare	59
Retail	146
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,614
	25% below US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.9 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Violet is $180,100, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,711. Homes sell for 78.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,179 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,906 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,614 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$180,100
	36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$167,711
Median List Price	$215,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$215,000
$/Sq Ft	$63
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	78.7%
Price Drops	31.3%
Inventory	16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,179
	1% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	78.5%
Owner-Occupied	78.5%
Renter-Occupied	21.5%
Housing Units	1,906
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,614
	25% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.45%

In Violet, 48.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.9% of residents, above the national average. 47.2% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.5% report binge drinking. 39.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,023. The dentist ratio is 1:2,616. 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	48.1%
	50% above US avg
Diabetes	18.3%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	47.2%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	10.0%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.5%
Physical Inactivity	39.3%
Depression	26.4%
Mental Distress	22.8%
Physical Distress	17.9%
Short Sleep	47.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.9%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,023
Dentists	1:2,616
Mental Health	1:305
Checkup Rate	81.7%
Dental Visits	45.8%
Premature Death	13,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.8/10
Exercise Access	65.3%
Healthcare Facilities	59

Violet has a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,801 per 100,000, 43% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Violet receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	235.7/100K
	38% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,800.5/100K
	43% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Violet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 319 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	68.6°F
	27% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	2 ft (1 m)
Area	4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density	1,133/sq mi
Coordinates	29.8967°N, 89.8929°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	St. Bernard Parish County
Nearest Airport	Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.69"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0438 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	1.52 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	75.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.2 / 100
Community Resilience	96.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	138 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	103 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	68 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	34 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	179 km
2020	Delta	Category 1	291 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	205 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	67 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	81 km
2009	Ida	Category 1	194 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	110 km
2005	Katrina	Category 5	44 km
2005	Dennis	Category 3	268 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	80 km
2004	Ivan	Category 4	191 km
2002	Lili	Category 4	227 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	111 km
1998	Earl	Category 2	208 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	65 km
1995	Opal	Category 4	235 km
1995	Erin	Category 2	243 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

480 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 37 fatalities, 684 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983	EF4	63 km	0
Oct 3, 1964	EF4	57 km	22
Mar 22, 2022	EF3	16 km	1
Feb 7, 2017	EF3	16 km	0
Dec 25, 2012	EF3	86 km	0
May 26, 2011	EF3	81 km	0
Aug 25, 1992	EF3	57 km	2
May 19, 1980	EF3	87 km	0
May 19, 1980	EF3	57 km	0
May 16, 1980	EF3	89 km	0
Apr 13, 1980	EF3	93 km	0
Nov 3, 1968	EF3	94 km	0
Oct 30, 1967	EF3	95 km	4
Jan 28, 1966	EF3	41 km	0
Mar 21, 1957	EF3	81 km	0
Apr 10, 2024	EF2	40 km	0
Dec 14, 2022	EF2	59 km	1
Dec 14, 2022	EF2	22 km	0
Jun 6, 2019	EF2	92 km	0
Nov 1, 2018	EF2	96 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KILN (BAYOU BACON) (3,576 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	KILN (BAYOU BACON)	3,576	70 km
2006	SANDY FOX FIRE	3,167	93 km
2000	UNIT 1 B	2,030	24 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,984	95 km
1998	UNIT 4 CD	1,729	47 km
2015	BAYOU LACROIX	1,714	63 km
2009	SLIDELL AIRPORT	1,663	53 km
1998	UNIT 7	1,623	42 km
2008	UNNAMED	1,594	65 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,482	80 km
2020	TILLMAN ROAD	1,395	91 km
2011	BAD ROMANCE	1,305	18 km
2011	TONEY ISLAND	1,215	63 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,206	81 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,111	84 km
2004	UNITS 1A-1B	1,108	24 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,102	75 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,049	83 km
2001	UNNAMED	950	53 km
2007	BRANCH	906	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	53°F (12°C)	5.3 in	Coldest
February	55°F (13°C)	5.6 in
March	62°F (16°C)	5.2 in
April	68°F (20°C)	4.6 in
May	75°F (24°C)	4.9 in
June	80°F (27°C)	5.2 in
July	82°F (28°C)	6.7 in	Wettest
August	82°F (28°C)	6.4 in	Warmest
September	79°F (26°C)	5.6 in
October	70°F (21°C)	3.1 in	Driest
November	62°F (16°C)	4.7 in
December	55°F (13°C)	5.1 in

Violet has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 53°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.1").

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Violet is located in St. Bernard Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 12.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.8% of the vote, a 29.3-point margin. 78.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 59 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%

D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.1%
	64% below US avg
High School+	75.2%
Graduate Degree+	6.2%
School Test Score	5.18

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,133/sq mi
Total Area	4.6 sq mi
County	St. Bernard Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	78.3%
Avg Download Speed	89.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	59
Restaurants	85
Retail Stores	146

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.9 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	12.8%

Average costs for common services in Violet. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit	$309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit	$176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling	$221 ($132–$353)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement	$265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement	$176 ($88–$309)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair	$353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install	$6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair	$882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement	$7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense	$4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation	$441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation	$2,205 ($882–$4,410)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$132 ($66–$221)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread	$3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb)	$0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$132)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$66)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$176 ($88–$353)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$657
Toddler	$628
Preschool	$607
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$577
Toddler	$577
Preschool	$577

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Bernard Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,801	42	$132,401	1.95
Retail Trade	1,693	173	$29,877	1.51
Accommodation & Food Services	1,265	115	$21,134	1.24
Construction	1,114	112	$70,329	1.89
Health Care & Social Assistance	964	115	$54,922	0.60
Transportation & Warehousing	618	46	$72,850	1.30
Administrative & Waste Services	381	54	$45,072	0.58
Other Services	196	56	$35,388	0.58
Finance & Insurance	164	43	$51,358	0.36
Arts & Entertainment	148	22	$23,934	0.78
Real Estate	57	28	$42,788	0.33
Information & Technology	52	13	$68,674	0.25
Educational Services	28	13	$19,021	0.12

Schools in Violet

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School	Elementary	352	23	15.3:1

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Radio Stations near Violet

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
News Talk 99.5 WRNO	news, talk	AAC
Z965 WAZY Radio	—	MP3 96 kbps
Radio is a Foreign Country	ethnic, field recording	MP3 192 kbps
WTUL New Orleans	—	MP3 160 kbps
WNOZ 95.3	smooth jazz	AAC+ 32 kbps
106.7 The Krewe	classic hits	AAC+ 48 kbps
101.1 WNOE	country	AAC
98.5 WYLD	urban adult contemporary	AAC
WBOK 1230AM	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Hallelujah 940	gospel	AAC
Sports 1280	sports	AAC

National Parks Near Violet

10 national parks and monuments found near Violet.

Park	Type	Fee
Bayou Segnette State Park	State Park	Free
Bogue Chitto State Park	State Park	Free
Buccaneer State Park	State Park	Free
Fairview Riverside State Park	State Park	Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I	State Park	Free
Grand Isle State Park	State Park	Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve	National Historical Park and Preserve	Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Saint Bernrd State Park District 1	State Park	Free
Tickfaw State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Violet

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	5,966	$41,321
2015	6,119	$36,024
2017	5,705	$36,188
2019	5,755	$36,792
2021	5,319	$54,250
2023	4,454	$48,897

Museums in Violet

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CARROLL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5043142228	$949,948,000
GALLIER HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045255661	$949,948,000
NEWCOMB ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5048655328	$949,948,000
SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5048655699	$949,948,000
COLLINS C. DIBOLL ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5048647248	$191,917,406
ART VILLAGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$105,281,702
NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045281944	$49,985,737
AUDUBON INSECTARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		4232262578	$30,405,440
AUDUBON PARK AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDEN	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5045814629	$30,405,440
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		5046584100	$11,613,004
LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		5045231357	$3,332,789
WOMANS EXCHANGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045255661	$2,656,180
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	616 GIROD ST STE 200	5048991945	$2,023,756
NEW ORLEANS CULINARY AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,882,793
LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5044867740	$849,861
NEW ORLEANS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART CULTURE AND HISTORY (NOAAM)	ART MUSEUM		5045661136	$739,593
NATIONAL D DAY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA CASTLE HALEY BOULDVARD	5045690405	$464,065
SOUTHERN FOOD AND BEVERAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD	5045817032	$464,065
CABILDO	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045233939	$323,868
AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5048623222	$322,943
NEW ORLEANS MUSICAL LEGENDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5047377636	$170,715
NEW ORLEANS PHARMACY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045249077	$169,390
LOUISIANA LANDMARKS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5044820312	$168,891
MEMORIAL HALL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045234522	$162,074
LOS ISLENOS HERITAGE & CULTURAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1357 BAYOU RD	5042774681	$156,669
MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY OF NEW ORLEANS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$152,163
AMERICAN-ITALIAN RENAISSANCE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045227294	$124,731
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN COCKTAIL	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD	5045690405	$123,010
LATTER LIBRARY GARDEN CONSERVANCY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$100,874
JACKSON BARRACKS MILITARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5042788242	$100,785
CRESCENT CITY CARNIVAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5048970744	$91,000
NEW ORLEANS SCOTTISH RITE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045223789	$76,425
MCKENNA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN ART	ART MUSEUM		5045867432	$55,468
GRETNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	209 LAFAYETTE ST	5043623854	$49,827
LOUISIANA CREOLE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$21,219
NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045811367	$20,387
CANARY ISLANDS DESCENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF ST BERNARD & SURROUNDING	GENERAL MUSEUM			$2,801
BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		5045224806	$2,644
1850 HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045686968
ALGIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	235 LAVERGNE ST
AUDUBON AQUARIUM OF THE AMERICAS	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1 CANAL STREET	5045653033
BARRIER ISLAND RESTORATION AND DEVELOPMENT SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	151 PRIMROSE DRIVE	5043921674
BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1113 CHARTRES STREET	5045237257
BLESSED FRANCIS SEELOS SHRINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045252495
CATHOLIC CUTLURAL HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	1100 CHARTRES ST	5045293040
CLASSICAL INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GERMAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5043634202
HISTORIC BOURBON STREET FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045234662
HOUSE OF BROEL FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5044942220
ISAAC DELGADO FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5046716377
JEAN LAFITTE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK AND PRESERVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045893882
KATRINA NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5044952850
LGBT ARCHIVES PROJECT OF LOUISIANA	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA ARTISTS GUILD	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045231465
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045234522
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5615 PERRIER ST	5048663049
LOUISIANA MARINE FISHERIES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5046893497
LOUISIANA MARITIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9858459200
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY	ART MUSEUM	1418 GOVERNOR NICHOLLS STREET	5045661136
LOUISIANA RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA'S MEDAL OF HONOR PARK AND MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
LOWER NINTH WARD LIVING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MARIE LAVEAU HOUSE OF VOODOO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045813751
MARSHALL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM
MIDDLE AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM	6823 ST CHARLES AVENUE	5048655110
MILITARY MUSEUM-NEW ORLEANS	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEE CONTI WAX MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045252605
MUSEE ROSETTE ROCHON-DON	GENERAL MUSEUM		5049477673
NATIONAL SLAVE SHIP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW ORLEANS BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1 PALM DRIVE	5044839386
NEW ORLEANS HISTORIC VOODOO MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5046800128
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045894806
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ RESTORATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW ORLEANS RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	603 W JACKSON
OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART	ART MUSEUM		5045399650
OLD US MINT	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045686968
PRESERVING HISTORIC ALGIERS COMMUNITY CORP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST GEORGE IN THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOFAB INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND RECOVERY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST BERNARD HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 1602	9852468354
SUPREME COURT OF LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTWEGO HISTORIC MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043413161
WESTWEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043412544

Libraries in Violet

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC	219 LOYOLA AVENUE	1,142,265
PLAQUEMINES PARISH	8442 HWY. 23	76,295
ST. BERNARD PARISH LIBRARY	2600 PALMISANO BLVD.	53,872

Farmers Markets in Violet

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Crescent City Farmers Market	200 Broadway Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Crescent City Farmers Market	200 Broadway Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Crescent City Farmers Market	1235 N. Peters	10/17/2018 to 07/10/2019	Wed: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
French Market	1200 North Peters Street	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Gretna Farmers Market	739 Third Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Grow Dat Youth Farm Farmstand	150 Zachary Taylor Dr.	01/07/2017 to 06/24/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Marketplace at Armstrong Park	Rampart St. and Basin St.				Visit
Michoud Farmers Market	13800 Old Gentilly Rd	04/20/2016 to	Wed: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Sankofa Fresh Stop	5029 St Claude Ave		Thu: 4:00 AM-7:00 AM;Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers' Market	409 Aycock Street	March to November	Sat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Swap Meet NOLA	3525 Bienville St.	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Violet

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Crescent City Brewhouse	Cajun / Creole Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Traditional American Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bre	527 Decatur St	5045220571, 504-522-0571	Visit
Electric Coctail Lounge	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, Metairie, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs	452 Aurora Ave	5048287619
Harem The	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, entertainers, night clubs & live music, bar & grill restaur	125 Chartres St
Jackson Brewery	Shopping Mall, Brewery	600 Decatur St		Visit
Jax Brewery & Bistro Bar	Bar, Nightclub, and Brewery	620 Decatur St	5042670244	Visit
Lehrmann's Bar and Billiards	Beer Taverns & Pubs, Billiard Parlors, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Chalmette, L	135 W Saint Bernard Hwy	5042799278
New Orleans Lager & Ale Brewery	Breweries	3001 Tchoupitoulas St	5048969996
Seal's Class Act	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, New Orleans, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs,	2169 Aubry St	5049487325	Visit
Second Line Brewing	Brewery Mid-City	433 N Bernadotte St	5042488979
Sky Brew Coffee & Tea	New Orleans, LA, Shopping & Stores, Miscellaneous Food Stores, New Orleans Tea, Brewers, Coffeehouse	4332 Magazine St	5048918682

Stadiums & Teams in Violet

Team	League	Division
New Orleans Pelicans	NBA	West
New Orleans Saints	NFL	NFC South

Cell Towers in Violet

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
LOUISIANA STATE HIGHWAY 300	TOWER	315
16867 HIGHWAY 23	LTOWER	141
Lafitte Site 4642 Privateer Blvd (30292)	TOWER	126
(Reggio Relo) Hwy 46	LTOWER	95
26222 HIghway 23 (59189)	LTOWER	93
1055 JEAN LAFITTE BLVD	LTOWER	82
(Crown Point) 1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd.	TOWER	82
1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd. (59191)	LTOWER	82
518 OCTAVIA STREET LOT 97 HWY 45 (59177)	GTOWER	57
6855 HIGHWAY 39	LTOWER	56
110 HORSESHOE ROAD	MTOWER	47
8391 LA HIGHWAY 23	MTOWER	38

Bridges in Violet

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	2,420	47,739	G
	Slab	Concrete	1986	57	385	F

Amtrak Stations in Violet

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
New Orleans, LA	1001 Loyola Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Violet

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC (NEW ORLEANS LA FACILITY)	14700 INTRACOASTAL DR	ORLEANS
BELLE CHASSE TERMINAL	15551 HIGHWAY 23	PLAQUEMINES PARISH
MERAUX REFINERY	2500 EAST ST. BERNARD HIGHWAY	ST. BERNARD PARISH
TENNECO OIL COMPANY	1800 PARISH ROAD	ST BERNARD
TENNECO OIL COMPANY	1800 PARISH ROAD	ST BERNARD
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS

Airports Near Violet

41 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport	MSY	Large Airport
Lakefront Airport	NEW	Medium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field	NBG	Medium Airport
Addison-Henley Field	—	Small Airport
Birdwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Blouin Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Covington-Vincent Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamondhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher's Field	—	Small Airport
Fitzsimmons Airport	—	Small Airport
Fokker Field	—	Small Airport
George Ford Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Greener Pastures Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hickham Field	—	Small Airport
Koenig Airpark	—	Small Airport
Matidora Airport	—	Small Airport
Mint Julep Airpark	—	Small Airport
Picayune Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pierce Field	—	Small Airport
Plane Crazy Airport	—	Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Price Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Serenity Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Shade Tree Field	—	Small Airport
Shaw Crop Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Sheridan's Strip	—	Small Airport
Simpson Field	—	Small Airport
Slidell Airport	—	Small Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr Airport	—	Small Airport
Southern Seaplane Airport	BCS	Small Airport
St Charles Airport	—	Small Airport
St. Tammany Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Stennis International Airport	—	Small Airport
Stevens Strip	—	Small Airport
Triche Field	—	Small Airport
Triumph Air Strip	—	Small Airport
Turkey Bayou Airpark	—	Small Airport
Warner-Thunder Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Zemurray Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Violet

24 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Cresent City Connection Police Department
Gretna Police Department
Jean Lafitte Police Department
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Maritime Security Operations Center
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans Police Department - Crime Prevention
New Orleans Police Department - Gaming Division
New Orleans Police Department 4th District Station	2405 Sanctuary Drive
New Orleans Police Department Eighth District	334 Royal Street
New Orleans Police Department Fifth District
New Orleans Police Department First District
New Orleans Police Department Headquarters
New Orleans Police Department Second District
New Orleans Police Department Seventh District
New Orleans Police Department Sixth District
Orleans Levee District Police	6799 Elysian Fields Avenue
Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office
Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office
Sherriff's Office	6501 Saint Claude Avenue

Grocery Stores in Violet

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 11428	Other	5505 E Judge Perez Dr
Gmg Express Llc	Convenience Store	7601 E Saint Bernard Hwy
Oakridge Food & Fuel	Convenience Store	5815 E Judge Perez Dr
St B's Discount	Convenience Store	5859 E Saint Bernard Hwy
Violet Discount Meat Market	Grocery Store	5636 E Judge Perez Dr

Treatment Centers in Violet

19 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bridge House Inc	Substance Abuse	504-522-4475 x1000
CrescentCare	Substance Abuse	504-821-2601 x504
Gateway Foundation - Outpatient Treatment Substance Abuse	Substance Abuse	504-368-9935
Grace House on Stratford	Substance Abuse	504-522-4476
Greenpath International Inc	Substance Abuse	504-827-2928 x102
Imagine Recovery	Substance Abuse	504-605-4095
Integrity Behavioral Management	Substance Abuse	504-241-8188
Metropolitan Human Services District - Central City Behav Hlth Ctr	Both	504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Chartres Pontchartrain BH Center	Both	504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Saint Bernard Behavioral Health Ctr	Both	504-568-3130
NAMI New Orleans - National Alliance on Mental Illness	Mental Health	504-896-2345
NAMI New Orleans - Westbank	Mental Health	504-368-1944
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc	Substance Abuse	504-821-9211 x7400
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc - Residential 3.5 LOC	Substance Abuse	504-821-9211 x7618
Plaquemines Community CARE Centers	Substance Abuse	504-393-5750
Seaside Behavioral Center	Substance Abuse	504-370-7700 x5523
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - New Orleans VA Outpatient Clinic	Both	504-507-2000 x66010
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health	Substance Abuse	504-507-5744
Urgent Care Gretna - Addiction Services	Substance Abuse	504-291-4148

Churches & Religious Organizations in Violet

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A CLOSER WALK MEETING THE NEED MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 34
ADAM MINISTRY INC	5609 6TH ST
BODY OF CHRIST MINISTRY CHURCH INC	2304 RIVERBEND DR
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP FULL GOSPEL BAPTIST CHURCH	5816 E JUDGE PEREZ DR
CORINNE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	2425 BEACHHEAD LN
DONALD R HARRIS MINISTRIES	14 PROVENCIAL CT
HIGHER DIMENSIONS INTERNATIONAL INC	PO BOX 489
LIVING CORNERSTONE CHURCH INTERNATIONAL INC	2113 FARMSITE RD
MENS SOLD OUT FOR CHRIST	3101 MOSS LN
OUR LADY OF LOURDES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH	2621 COLONIAL BLVD
PRAISE TEMPLE FELLOWSHIP	7517 E SAINT BERNARD HWY
UNCOMMON DAUGHTERS	3316 SHANNON DR
VIOLET NEW BIRTH MINISTRIES CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST	6321 LOUIS ELAM ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Violet

What is the population of Violet?

Violet has a population of 4,454 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,133 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Violet expensive to live in?

Violet is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,897, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,100 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Violet safe?

Violet is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,801 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Violet receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Violet?

Violet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Violet?

The job market in Violet is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,190. There are 1,014 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Violet?

The median home value in Violet is $180,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,711. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,179. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,614.

How are the schools in Violet?

Schools in Violet score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.1% of adults in Violet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Violet?

The obesity rate in Violet is 48.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 39.3% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 12.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,023.

What is transportation like in Violet?

The average commute in Violet is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 12.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Violet?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Violet is 29.9% White, 63.4% Black or African American. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.9% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 20.5% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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