Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 23.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 31 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 720 (17%) |
| Some College | 505 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 1,354 (32%) |
| Bachelors | 490 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,128 (26.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,783 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,140/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,652 |
| Vacant Units | 405 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fort Polk is a city in Louisiana, located in Vernon County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 10,090 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 23.4 years.
Economically, Fort Polk is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $56,783 is below the national average. Approximately 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, well below the national average.
The population of Fort Polk is moderately educated. 38.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (51.25%).
Fort Polk, LA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Louisiana.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71459 | 10,090 | $56,783 | — | $1,140 | 2.1% | 38.3% | 0.5% |