Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -3.51 |
| Below Poverty | 30.0% ▲ 200% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.1% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 173 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,503 (28%) |
| Some College | 1,834 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 1,985 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 856 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,735 (41.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,599 ▼ 51% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $218,600 ▼ 22% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $819/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,238 |
| Vacant Units | 1,460 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ruston is a city in Louisiana, located in Lincoln County. The city spans 3 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 34,782 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 27.9 years.
Economically, Ruston is a lower-income community. The median household income of $37,599 is well below the national average. Approximately 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Ruston is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $218,600, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $819 per month.
The population of Ruston is well-educated. 49.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (51.25%).
Ruston, LA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Louisiana. Spread across 3 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71270 | 32,747 | $37,599 | $218,600 | $819 | 4.9% | 47.2% | 49.6% |