Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 21.9% ▲ 119% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.7% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 304 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,031 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 2,426 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 2,860 (18.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,590 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,577 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,954 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $155,482 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $742/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,461 |
| Vacant Units | 2,267 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
De Soto County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,527 residents. With a median age of 40.33, it is a middle-aged county.
De Soto County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,953 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.4%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 21.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in De Soto County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $155,482 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $742. Homeownership rates are high at 75.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of De Soto County are majority White (58.65%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
De Soto County, LA is a working-class area in Louisiana. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71027 | Frierson | 986 | $32,292 | $185,800 | $1,063 | 7.9% | 23.8% |
| 71030 | Gloster | 1,848 | $58,750 | $183,500 | $522 | 2.3% | 23.5% |
| 71032 | Grand Cane | 2,298 | $68,864 | $178,200 | — | 5.9% | 35.6% |
| 71046 | Keatchie | 791 | $56,250 | $76,700 | $780 | 8.0% | 22.6% |
| 71049 | Logansport | 3,366 | $40,609 | $78,100 | $498 | 4.9% | 17.9% |
| 71052 | Mansfield | 8,827 | $34,661 | $92,500 | $694 | 12.0% | 16.6% |
| 71063 | Pelican | 698 | $41,652 | $73,200 | — | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| 71078 | Stonewall | 7,713 | $83,352 | $259,500 | $912 | 1.1% | 39.0% |