What are the schools like in Bunkie, LA?

Bunkie is served primarily by Avoyelles Parish. The district operates 6 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.8:1.

What is the median household income in Bunkie?

The median household income in Bunkie, LA is $21,888 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.2%.

What is the weather like in Bunkie, LA?

Bunkie has an average high temperature of 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.6 inches.

Bunkie, LA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Bunkie, LA affordable or expensive?

Bunkie's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bunkie is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $91,000 and the median rent is $819 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bunkie, LA?

Crime rate data for Bunkie is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Bunkie, LA a Good Place to Live?

Bunkie is a small town of 3,362 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $21,888 and a 11.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Bunkie stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Bunkie is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bunkie city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 86.0

Bunkie's overall cost of living index is 86.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bunkie costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bunkie, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$91,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$819	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$21,888	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Bunkie is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Bunkie is served primarily by Avoyelles Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bunkie, LA	National Avg
School District	Avoyelles Parish	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	19.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	74.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bunkie sees average highs of 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July, with 61.6 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Bunkie, LA
Average High — January	60.2°F
Average High — July	92.8°F
Annual Precipitation	61.6"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Bunkie, LA	National Avg
Population	3,362	—
Median Age	47.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	38.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	54.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	29.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Evergreen, LA 5 mi Cheneyville, LA 7 mi Hessmer, LA 8 mi Cottonport, LA 8 mi Morrow, LA 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Bunkie

Bunkie, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71322

Bunkie vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bunkie, LA affordable or expensive?

Bunkie's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bunkie roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $91,000 and median rent is $819/month.

What is the crime rate in Bunkie, LA?

Crime data for Bunkie is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Bunkie?

Public schools in Bunkie are operated by Avoyelles Parish. The district has 6 elementary, several middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.8:1. 10.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bunkie, LA a good place to live?

Bunkie, LA has a population of 3,362, a median household income of $21,888, and an unemployment rate of 11.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bunkie?

Bunkie averages 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 61.6 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bunkie?

Bunkie, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71322.

What is the population of Bunkie?

The population of Bunkie, Louisiana is 3,362 with a median age of 47.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bunkie?

Key numbers for living in Bunkie: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $91,000, median household income $21,888, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bunkie side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.