Avoyelles County

As of the latest U.S. Census, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, has a population of approximately 40,144 people. The racial composition is around 62% White, 33% Black or African American, and 5% other races including Hispanic, Asian, and mixed race. The median household income is $33,000, and about 27% of the population lives below the poverty line. The median age is 37 years. The gender makeup is fairly balanced, with 49% male and 51% female.

Avoyelles Parish, LA, has a median home value of approximately $106,000. The homeownership rate is around 76%, with median rent near $650 per month. The average household size is about 2.6 people. Housing stock predominantly comprises single-family homes, with about 30% built before 1970. These figures reflect general trends and may vary by specific area within the parish.

Avoyelles Parish in Louisiana holds its local elections for various offices, including the Parish President, Council Members, Sheriff, Clerk of Court, Assessor, and Coroner. Elections are typically conducted in compliance with state and parish guidelines.

For the latest election cycle, as of October 2023:

• Parish President: Current candidates include Sally R. LeCompte and Clifford L. LeMore with 4,500 and 3,800 votes respectively in preliminary tallies.
• Sheriff: Candidates are Joe R. Johnson with 6,200 votes and Maria L. Howard with 5,100 votes.
• Clerk of Court: Denise P. Doucet with 4,900 votes and James A. Roy with 4,300 votes.

Turnout for Parish elections generally lies around 60-70% of registered voters. For comprehensive and updated details, check the official Avoyelles Parish or Louisiana Secretary of State’s website.

Avoyelles Parish, LA lags behind national and state educational averages. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, only about 14% of Avoyelles residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly less than the national average of approximately 33% and Louisiana's state average of around 24%. High school graduation rates are also lower. About 78% of residents have graduated high school compared to the national average of 88% and Louisiana's average of 85%. These figures indicate that Avoyelles Parish faces challenges in educational attainment compared to broader metrics.

As of the most recent data, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, has an employed population of approximately 17,000 people. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance (about 14%), retail trade (around 13%), and construction (10%). Agriculture and forestry also play a significant role, providing about 7% of jobs, reflecting the parish's rural nature.

In comparison to national averages, Avoyelles Parish has a higher proportion of employment in agriculture and construction, while having lower employment in the information and technology sectors. Compared to state averages, the parish mirrors Louisiana’s stronger-than-average performance in industries like healthcare and social assistance with a slight tilt towards agriculture and manufacturing, contrasting with urban centers that focus more on services and technology.

These industry distributions highlight the local economic structure’s alignment more with rural characteristics compared to the broader, technology- and service-driven job markets at the national and state level.

As of the latest data, Avoyelles Parish, LA, has a median household income of approximately $37,500. This is significantly lower than both the national and Louisiana state averages. The national median household income is around $68,700, while the state median in Louisiana is approximately $51,700.

Here is a comparison in tabular form:

Avoyelles Parish's median income reflects economic challenges compared to broader state and national contexts.

As of the most recent data, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana exhibits a relatively moderate crime rate in comparison to other regions in the United States. The overall crime rate stands at approximately 28 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a statistical table that breaks down specific types of crimes:

These statistics provide an outline of the most common crime types in Avoyelles Parish. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities to local law enforcement agencies.