Castor, LA A

Population: 274
Home Price: $68,500

Overview

Castor is a village in the state of Louisiana with a population of 274. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Castor has a hot summer and mild winter climate.

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Village
  • Living Costs: Low Cost
  • Employment: (A) Excellent
  • Cultural Diversity: (B) Good
  • Residents: Young Professionals
  • School Rating: (A) Excellent
  • Safety Rating: NA
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 48.3 minutes
  • Walkability: (A) Excellent
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: -
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Castor, LA

Employment and Income Castor Louisiana United States
Per Capita Income $16,198 $24,824 $32,693
Median Household Income $26,719 $48,404 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 0.0% 7.0% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 15.6% 18.0% 10.5%
Age Castor Louisiana United States
Median Age 32.0 39.1 42.3


Gender Castor Louisiana United States
Male 38.7% 48.9% 49.8%
Female 61.3% 51.1% 50.2%


Race Castor Louisiana United States
White 77.4% 62.6% 80.3%
Black or African American 17.2% 31.1% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.0% 0.8% 2.7%
Asian 0.0% 0.9% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 0.0% 1.2% 2.7%
Multiracial 5.5% 3.2% 5.2%
Housing Information Castor Louisiana United States
Median Home Price $68,500 $131,264 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $591 $801
Family Households 33.6% 33.6% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 53.1% 53.1% 26.2%
Homeowners 83.2% 68.5% 72.9%
Renters 16.8% 31.5% 27.1%
Education Castor Louisiana United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 11.4% 11.6% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 45.1% 45.1% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 17.4% 19.8% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 4.3% 6.9% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 16.8% 11.0% 15.0%
Proficiency Castor Louisiana United States
Mathematics 79.0% 65.9% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 82.0% 71.3% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Castor Louisiana United States
Murder NA 6.3 3.0
Rape NA 37.6 38.0
Robbery NA 62.7 40.7
Assault NA 426.1 188.5


Property Crime Castor Louisiana United States
Burglary NA 635.4 336.1
Theft NA 2353.4 1913.7
Vehicle Theft NA 165.4 167.1
Arson NA 5.1 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Castor, LA

  • taproom
  • bbq
  • pie
  • grilling
  • ice cream
  • dishes
  • bread pudding
  • tastes
  • burger
  • sandwich
  • mexican food
  • teams
  • sports teams
  • softball
  • hoops
  • athletic
  • baseball
  • swimming
  • nascar
  • football
  • cinema
  • drawing
  • board games
  • kayaking
  • vacations
  • nascar
  • books
  • sports
  • outdoor
  • cinema
  • sports
  • cabin
  • poolside
  • cabins
  • kayaking
  • outdoor activity
  • facilities
  • swimming
  • summer
  • dunkin donuts
  • starbucks
  • grocery store
  • grocery stores
  • homemade pies
  • packages
  • dollar store
  • walmart

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