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Wilson, LA


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Wilson, Louisiana

Wilson, Louisiana, in East Feliciana county, is 33 miles N of Baton Rouge, Louisiana (center to center) and 91 miles NW of New Orleans, Louisiana. The village contains a population of approximately 668.

The People and Families of Wilson

In Wilson, about 41% of adults are married. Wilson has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in the village. Unmarried people abound in Wilson.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wilson had a median family income of $18,393. If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Wilson.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in Wilson.

Wilson Housing

Wilson has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 69% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the village are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Wilson, 90% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Wilson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Louisiana):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyWilson Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Wilson Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Wilson, LA

Comparing Wilson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Louisiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Racial Diversity83
Female Share of the Population86
Male Share of the Population45
Senior Citizens21
Age of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married13

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults56
People in Middle Class or Better11
People Above Poverty11
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home910
Walking and Biking to Work54
Public Transportation Use43
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes107
Housing Recently Built910
Affordability of Rents97
Seasonal and Vacation Housing810
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
People Living Alone44
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