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Wilson, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · East Feliciana Parish County
Wilson, LA
At a Glance
How Wilson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wilson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wilson residents earn a median household income of $32,679 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,188. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 399 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wilson is $112,300 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,967. Median rent is $375/month, with 33.9% 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 1991.
Safety & Crime
Wilson reports 2,257 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 494% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 347/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
3.9% of adults in Wilson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below the national average). 61.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wilson has 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.