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Violet, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Bernard Parish County
Violet, LA
At a Glance
How Violet Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Violet's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Violet a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Violet residents earn a median household income of $48,897 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,530. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,014 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Violet is $180,100 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,711. Median rent is $1,179/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Violet reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,801/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Violet hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 75.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Violet has 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.