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Wilson, LA

Louisiana · East Feliciana Parish · Baton Rouge Metro

Wilson is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 708. Residents earn $32,679 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
708 Population 261/sq mi density
$32,679 Median Income $15,188 per capita
$112,300 Home Value $210,967 Zillow
$375 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
2,257 Violent Crime/100K 347 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,679 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$112,300 home value, $375/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,257 violent crimes/100K (494% above avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $32,679
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,300
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,257/100K
494% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $375
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.5%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population708
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,679
Per Capita$15,188
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$687M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,300
Rent$375
Ownership78.2%
Zillow$210,967
Housing Units370
Rent Burden33.9%

Crime

F
Violent2,257/100K
Property347/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault521/100K
Burglary347/100K

Health

Obesity46.5%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking18.1%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation307 ft (94 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+61.9%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score3.79

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Broadband43.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wilson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilson is $32,679, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson is $112,300, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $375 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 2,257 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 347 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.9% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Wilson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wilson has a population of 708 with a density of 261 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 63.1% female and 36.9% male. The city is predominantly Black (85.6%), with 13.1% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 3.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

708
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.9%
Female 63.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson is $32,679, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,188 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,110, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 399 business establishments, including 17 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wilson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,679
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$63,185
Gini Index0.490 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)399
County GDP$687M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare28
Retail39
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,356
61% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson is $112,300, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,967, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $375 (68% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 370 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $1,356 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 33.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,300
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$375
68% below US avg
Rent Burden33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.2%
Owner-Occupied78.2%
Renter-Occupied21.8%
Housing Units370
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,356
61% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Wilson, 46.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 47.0% have high blood pressure. 18.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 35.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,223. The dentist ratio is 1:1,913. 42.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.5%
45% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure47.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep48.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,223
Dentists1:1,913
Mental Health1:221
Checkup Rate82.7%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death14,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access42.4%
Healthcare Facilities28
Wilson has a violent crime rate of 2,257 per 100,000 residents, 494% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 520.8 per 100,000, robbery at 347.2, rape at 1,388.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 347 per 100,000, 82% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 347, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wilson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,256.9/100K
494% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape1,388.9/100K
Robbery347.2/100K
Assault520.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property347.2/100K
82% below US avg
Burglary347.2/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wilson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 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 307 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation307 ft (94 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates30.9256°N, 91.1053°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEast Feliciana Parish County
Nearest AirportLafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field (LFT)
72 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Dec) 6.18"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.70"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score56.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability86.4 / 100
Community Resilience29.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
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 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 149 km
2021 Ida Category 4 47 km
2020 Laura Category 4 211 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 141 km
2020 Delta Category 2 195 km
2019 Barry Category 1 181 km
2017 Nate Category 1 210 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 179 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 103 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 249 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 145 km
2005 Rita Category 3 282 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 215 km
2002 Lili Category 2 154 km
1998 Georges Category 2 214 km
1997 Danny Category 1 224 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 74 km
1988 Florence Category 1 244 km
1985 Elena Category 3 127 km
1985 Danny Category 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

569 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 937 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 97 km 4
Jan 10, 1975 EF4 62 km 9
Jan 23, 1969 EF4 84 km 32
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 10, 2021 EF3 87 km 1
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 36 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 39 km 0
Sep 24, 2005 EF3 98 km 0
Nov 23, 2004 EF3 89 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 84 km 0
Oct 14, 1984 EF3 31 km 0
May 20, 1983 EF3 79 km 0
Sep 12, 1982 EF3 97 km 0
Dec 13, 1977 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 30, 1976 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 47 km 0
Apr 21, 1972 EF3 82 km 0
Feb 29, 1972 EF3 51 km 0
Sep 16, 1971 EF3 53 km 0
Dec 29, 1969 EF3 95 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,768 ac, 2013).

Year Name Acres Distance
2013 UNNAMED 4,768 46 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB51 4,411 54 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,022 38 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 3,826 57 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 3,676 53 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 3,028 83 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,802 83 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,666 44 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB24 2,458 46 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,444 67 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48 2,394 46 km
2024 HOMOCHITTO BB28 SUB3 RX 2,279 38 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,229 41 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB25 2,183 46 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 21 2,182 54 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,143 55 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,111 50 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,071 52 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB 21 AND BBHB 2,021 54 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO BB26 2,008 42 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in
March 59°F (15°C) 6.0 in
April 65°F (19°C) 5.7 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Driest
November 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
December 51°F (11°C) 6.2 in Wettest

Wilson has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (3.7").

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Wilson is located in East Feliciana Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 61.9% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.2-point margin. 43.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 28 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+61.9%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score3.79
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyEast Feliciana Parish County

Services

Broadband Access43.3%
Avg Download Speed44.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants17
Retail Stores39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%
Average costs for common services in Wilson. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$520
Toddler$520
Preschool$533
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$433
Toddler$433
Preschool$433
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in East Feliciana Parish

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 386 52 $30,202 0.76
Manufacturing 367 19 $73,552 0.88
Construction 229 42 $72,563 0.85
Transportation & Warehousing 107 22 $103,243 0.50
Finance & Insurance 107 16 $63,606 0.52
Wholesale Trade 77 14 $80,812 0.38
Agriculture & Forestry 53 14 $52,136 1.28
Mining & Oil/Gas 50 6 $67,639 2.59
Utilities 18 3 $47,255 0.93
Real Estate 10 8 $21,370 0.13

Radio Stations near Wilson

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101.5 WYNK country AAC
89.3 WRKF public radio MP3 32 kbps
WHYR 96.9 FM – Baton Rouge Community Radio community radio, local talk and music MP3 128 kbps
102.5 WFMF pop, top 40 AAC
KBRH AM 1260 blues, r&b MP3 128 kbps
WJBO Newsradio 1150 AM & 97.7 FM news, talk AAC

National Parks Near Wilson

9 national parks and monuments found near Wilson.

ParkTypeFee
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park State Park Free
Lake Lincoln State Park State Park Free
Natchez National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Natchez State Park State Park Free
Percy Quinn State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Park State Park Free
Tickfaw State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Wilson

3 trails found near Wilson.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BRUSHY CREEK HORSE TRAIL 5.8
MILL BRANCH TRAIL 4.1
CLEAR SPRINGS LAKE TRAIL 1.0

Museums in Wilson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
REPUBLIC OF WEST FLORIDA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION AND MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 1000$18,687
CAMP VAN DORN WORLD WAR II MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6016459000$16,876
OUR COURTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$612
BUTTS-BRADLEY-WALKER-ROBINSON- KENERSON GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST FELICIANA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TRUE HEART FELICIANAGENERAL MUSEUM2256835594

Libraries in Wilson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AUDUBON REGIONAL LIBRARY12220 WOODVILLE STREET0.038,249
WILKINSON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM489 MAIN STREET0.08,654

Cell Towers in Wilson

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
157 Highway 68 (62891)GTOWER152
7334 HIGHWAY 68 (76653)GTOWER125
13252 Hwy 10 E (76651)GTOWER125
4129 Hwy 67 (76654)GTOWER99
(Clinton) 6835 ANDREWS LANEGTOWER96
(Clinton) 6835 ANDREWS LANEGTOWER96
(Centreville)0.5 MILES E OF GAULDEN-CLINTON RD. & OLD HOSPITAL RD.; 1.4 MILES SGTOWER96
(Centreville)0.5 MILES E OF GAULDEN-CLINTON RD. & OLD HOSPITAL RD.; 1.4 MILES SGTOWER96
10371 HAMILTON WILLIS RD. (79279)GTOWER95
(Wakefield) 10371 HAMILTON WILLIS RD.GTOWER95
(Wakefield) 10371 HAMILTON WILLIS RD.GTOWER95
164 Graves St. (85348)LTOWER78

Fire Stations in Wilson

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Wilson Volunteer Fire Department6528 Sycamore STVolunteer225-629-5415

Bridges in Wilson

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1951273,546F
Tee BeamConcrete19511023,332F
SlabConcrete1980381,341F
SlabConcrete1979571,341P
SlabConcrete195897905P
SlabConcrete195876905P
SlabConcrete201077680F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2022240386G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber195836362P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199970118P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197578110P
SlabConcrete1985247110G

Superfund Sites Near Wilson

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HOOD CONTAINER OF LOUISIANA LLC - SAINT FRANCISVILLE MILL2105 LA-964WEST FELICIANA PARISH

Airports Near Wilson

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baton Rouge Metropolitan AirportBTRMedium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis FieldMCBMedium Airport
Ace Flying AirportSmall Airport
Angola AirstripSmall Airport
Annison Private AirportSmall Airport
Batchelor AirportSmall Airport
Brian's UltralightportSmall Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County AirportSmall Airport
Cal Mire FieldSmall Airport
Capozzoli AirportSmall Airport
Clark FieldSmall Airport
Concordia Parish AirportSmall Airport
Cool Creek AirportSmall Airport
Country Bend AirportSmall Airport
Country Breeze AirportSmall Airport
Crosby Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Don's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Double H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
F L Braughton AirportSmall Airport
False River Regional AirportSmall Airport
Feliciana AirparkSmall Airport
Ferriday AirportSmall Airport
Fred Netterville Lumber Company / Wilkinson Community AirportSmall Airport
Gary Landing Strip UltralightportSmall Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hanks AirportSmall Airport
Howell 1 AirportSmall Airport
Hurst AirportSmall Airport
Innis AirportSmall Airport
Jonesville AirportSmall Airport
Le Blanc FieldSmall Airport
Magnolia AirparkSmall Airport
Majors AirparkSmall Airport
Mc Gehee Air ParkSmall Airport
McCutcheon FieldSmall Airport
Memory Landing AirportSmall Airport
Morgan FieldSmall Airport
Natchez–Adams County Airport / Hardy-Anders FieldHEZSmall Airport
Nauga FieldSmall Airport
Omni AirportSmall Airport
Overton Private AirportSmall Airport
PK FieldSmall Airport
Plane Crazy AirportSmall Airport
Promised Landings AirportSmall Airport
Rebel FieldSmall Airport
Sara FieldSmall Airport
Schexnayder AirportSmall Airport
Serenity Field AirportSmall Airport
Sheridan's StripSmall Airport
Simpson AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wilson

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Clinton Police Department
East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office12306 Haynes St
Slaughter Police Department

Grocery Stores in Wilson

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 18838Other10538 Highway 19

Post Offices in Wilson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wilson Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wilson

What is the population of Wilson?

Wilson has a population of 708 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 261 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 63.1% female and 36.9% male.

Is Wilson expensive to live in?

Wilson 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 $32,679, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,300 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $375 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wilson safe?

Public safety is a concern in Wilson, with a violent crime rate of 2,257 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 347 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wilson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wilson?

Wilson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 308 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 Wilson?

The job market in Wilson is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,110. There are 399 business establishments in the area, including 17 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wilson?

The median home value in Wilson is $112,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,967. For renters, the median monthly rent is $375. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.2%. The average annual property tax is $1,356.

How are the schools in Wilson?

Schools in Wilson have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 3.9% of adults in Wilson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.9% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wilson?

The obesity rate in Wilson is 46.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 35.4% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 42.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,223.

What is transportation like in Wilson?

The average commute in Wilson is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wilson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wilson is 13.1% White, 85.6% Black or African American. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.3% of the population are military veterans. 20.4% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.

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