Ruston, LA A

Population: 22,286
Home Price: $195,800

Overview

Ruston is a small city in the state of Louisiana with a population of 22,286. Ruston has a hot summer and mild winter climate.

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small City
  • Living Costs: Medium Cost
  • Employment: (C) Average
  • Cultural Diversity: (A) Excellent
  • Residents: Young Professionals
  • School Rating: (B) Good
  • Safety Rating: (D) Fair
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 14.3 minutes
  • Walkability: (A) Excellent
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: Yes
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Ruston, LA

Employment and Income Ruston Louisiana United States
Per Capita Income $20,874 $24,824 $32,693
Median Household Income $34,554 $48,404 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 3.8% 7.0% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 21.0% 18.0% 10.5%
Age Ruston Louisiana United States
Median Age 24.1 39.1 42.3


Gender Ruston Louisiana United States
Male 49.2% 48.9% 49.8%
Female 50.8% 51.1% 50.2%


Race Ruston Louisiana United States
White 49.0% 62.6% 80.3%
Black or African American 42.1% 31.1% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 1.1% 0.8% 2.7%
Asian 2.8% 0.9% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.2% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 1.7% 1.2% 2.7%
Multiracial 3.1% 3.2% 5.2%
Housing Information Ruston Louisiana United States
Median Home Price $195,800 $131,264 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $599 $591 $801
Family Households 26.5% 26.5% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 39.5% 39.5% 26.2%
Homeowners 35.2% 68.5% 72.9%
Renters 64.8% 31.5% 27.1%
Education Ruston Louisiana United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 8.1% 11.6% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 22.3% 22.3% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 17.6% 19.8% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 5.6% 6.9% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 29.9% 11.0% 15.0%
Proficiency Ruston Louisiana United States
Mathematics 63.1% 65.9% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 63.8% 71.3% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Ruston Louisiana United States
Murder 13.5 6.3 3.0
Rape 0.0 37.6 38.0
Robbery 45.2 62.7 40.7
Assault 325.1 426.1 188.5


Property Crime Ruston Louisiana United States
Burglary 474.1 635.4 336.1
Theft 2551.0 2353.4 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 31.6 165.4 167.1
Arson 0.0 5.1 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Ruston, LA

  • fast food
  • fried food
  • small batches
  • cooking
  • popeyes
  • fried chicken
  • sweet tea
  • steak
  • personal chef
  • beef
  • meat
  • bread
  • gumbo
  • crawfish
  • wine
  • steak fajitas
  • skincare
  • cheese
  • texmex
  • sausage gumbo
  • high school football
  • football
  • college football
  • college basketball
  • basketball
  • baseball
  • athlete
  • volleyball
  • athletics
  • sports analyst
  • softball
  • pittsburgh sports
  • video games
  • coaches
  • athletic training
  • athletic
  • teams
  • wrestling
  • recruiting
  • tennis
  • home decor
  • digital artist
  • fine art
  • collection
  • webcomic
  • library
  • photography
  • showcasing
  • portraits
  • art historian
  • canvas
  • cinema
  • studio
  • architecture
  • literature
  • creative
  • creation
  • icon
  • landscapes
  • nft
  • spending time
  • spare time
  • youtuber
  • video games
  • duplicate bridge
  • books
  • photography
  • horror movies
  • gaming
  • stock market investor
  • gaming anime
  • anime
  • nerdy
  • gardening
  • pokmon
  • pokemon
  • camping
  • sports
  • radio show
  • booking
  • mobile dj
  • ent
  • arts
  • photography
  • gaming
  • marketing
  • public relations
  • cinema
  • studio
  • internet radio
  • gaming anime
  • streetwear
  • influencer
  • creative
  • hip hop
  • journalism
  • tv
  • sports
  • summer
  • savvycat
  • space
  • arts
  • photography
  • pool
  • winter
  • beach
  • facility
  • landscapes
  • landscaping
  • nature
  • gardening
  • camping
  • home decor
  • shopping online
  • pre order
  • gift card
  • clothing
  • apparel
  • handmade
  • waistbeads
  • walmart
  • mobile mechanic
  • tees
  • farmers market
  • accessories
  • candles
  • cafe
  • packaged
  • shopped
  • shipping
  • mcdonalds
  • liquor store

Similar Places to Ruston, LA

Thibodaux, LA  A 

Thibodaux, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana Details
  • Population: 15,242
  • Median Income: $46,658
  • Median Home Price: $188,300
  • Median Age: 33.9

Raceland, LA  A- 

Raceland, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana Details
  • Population: 11,002
  • Median Income: $41,494
  • Median Home Price: $143,200
  • Median Age: 44.8

Dubach, LA  A- 

Dubach, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana Details
  • Population: 1,066
  • Median Income: $34,023
  • Median Home Price: $96,100
  • Median Age: 30.6

Grambling, LA  B+ 

Grambling, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana Details
  • Population: 5,127
  • Median Income: $28,498
  • Median Home Price: $113,800
  • Median Age: 22.6

Vienna, LA  B+ 

Vienna, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana Details
  • Population: 635
  • Median Income: $82,500
  • Median Home Price: $265,000
  • Median Age: 43.2

Port Lavaca, TX  A+ 

Port Lavaca, Calhoun County, Texas Details
  • Population: 11,654
  • Median Income: $58,221
  • Median Home Price: $108,500
  • Median Age: 36.7

Chambersburg, PA  A 

Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania Details
  • Population: 22,141
  • Median Income: $48,323
  • Median Home Price: $159,900
  • Median Age: 39.1

Speedway, IN  A 

Speedway, Marion County, Indiana Details
  • Population: 13,613
  • Median Income: $49,044
  • Median Home Price: $142,800
  • Median Age: 35.3

Kingsland, GA  A 

Kingsland, Camden County, Georgia Details
  • Population: 18,217
  • Median Income: $60,787
  • Median Home Price: $176,200
  • Median Age: 30.9

Richmond, TX  A 

Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas Details
  • Population: 11,768
  • Median Income: $52,589
  • Median Home Price: $175,600
  • Median Age: 33.7

Categories

Mortgage Calculator

Monthly Payment: