What are the schools like in Cameron, LA?

Cameron is served primarily by Cameron Parish. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.0:1.

What is the median household income in Cameron?

The median household income in Cameron, LA is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.8%.

What is the weather like in Cameron, LA?

Cameron has an average high temperature of 60.6°F in January and 90.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Cameron, LA affordable or expensive?

Cameron's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cameron is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Is Cameron, LA a Good Place to Live?

Cameron is a small town of 191 in Louisiana, with a median household income of N/A and a 18.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Cameron stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All Cameron 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: 86.7

Cameron's overall cost of living index is 86.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cameron costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cameron, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cameron is served primarily by Cameron Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cameron, LA	National Avg
School District	Cameron Parish	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cameron sees average highs of 60.6°F in January and 90.4°F in July, with 60.1 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Cameron, LA
Average High — January	60.6°F
Average High — July	90.4°F
Annual Precipitation	60.1"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Cameron, LA	National Avg
Population	191	—
Median Age	38.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	5.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.8%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hackberry, LA 14 mi Prien, LA 25 mi Carlyss, LA 27 mi Lake Charles, LA 28 mi Sulphur, LA 30 mi

ZIP Codes in Cameron

Cameron, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

70631

Cameron vs Other Cities

Cameron, LA vs Hackberry, LA Cameron, LA vs Prien, LA Cameron, LA vs Carlyss, LA Cameron, LA vs Lake Charles, LA Cameron, LA vs Sulphur, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron, LA affordable or expensive?

Cameron's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cameron roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Cameron, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Cameron?

Public schools in Cameron are operated by Cameron Parish. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.0:1. 23.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cameron, LA a good place to live?

Cameron, LA has a population of 191, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 18.8%. 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 Cameron?

Cameron averages 60.6°F in January and 90.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 60.1 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cameron?

Cameron, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 70631.

What is the population of Cameron?

The population of Cameron, Louisiana is 191 with a median age of 38.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cameron?

Key numbers for living in Cameron: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income N/A, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cameron side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.