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Wisner, LA


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Wisner, Louisiana

Wisner, Louisiana, in Franklin county, is 45 miles SE of Monroe, Louisiana (center to center) and 168 miles NW of New Orleans, Louisiana. The town contains a population of approximately 1,140.

The People and Families of Wisner

In Wisner, about 45% of adults are married.

Wisner boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wisner had a median family income of $23,929.

Political Inclinations

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

Wisner Housing

Wisner has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 70% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in the town the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Wisner, 90% of commuters drive to work. In Wisner, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyWisner Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Wisner Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Wisner Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Wisner, LA

Comparing Wisner 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
Racial Diversity98
Senior Citizens910
Female Share of the Population86
Age of the Population710
Children Under 5 Years Old74
Male Share of the Population35
Well-Paid Single Men13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size75
Portion of People Married36

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults45
Median Family Income13
People in Middle Class or Better12
People Above Poverty12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Walking and Biking to Work76
Short Commute Times67
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes109
Affordability of Rents96
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Housing Recently Built64
People Living Alone55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals44
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