Prairieville

Prairieville, Louisiana Overview

Prairieville ranks #1 of 20 cities in Louisiana, earning a C+ grade with a composite score of 51.2/100. The city stands out in Fiscal Health (83/100) and Affordability (71/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Prairieville

The median household income in Prairieville is $115,610, 109% above the statewide median of $55,416.

Cost of Living in Prairieville

The median home value is $302,200. Median monthly rent is $1,225. Renters spend 12.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Prairieville

The adult obesity rate in Prairieville is 32.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10%. Residents report an average of 17.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Louisiana ranks #50 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Prairieville

Prairieville has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,108. The city has 10 public schools serving 7,140 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Prairieville

Summers in Prairieville are hot, averaging 85.1°F. Summers average 85.1°F. Winters average 57.7°F. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The mean commute time is 30.2 minutes, compared to 24.4 for Louisiana overall.

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