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Wallace, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. James Parish County
Wallace, LA
At a Glance
How Wallace Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wallace's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wallace a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wallace residents earn a median household income of $98,750 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,938. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 462 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wallace is $206,900 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $199,392. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Wallace reports 519 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,623/100K.
Education
31.0% of adults in Wallace hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wallace has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.