What are the schools like in Hodge, LA?

School district data for Hodge is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Hodge?

The median household income in Hodge, LA is $37,321 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Hodge, LA?

Hodge has an average high temperature of 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hodge, LA affordable or expensive?

Hodge's cost of living index is 83, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hodge is 17% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $67,300 and the median rent is $682 per month.

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

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

Is Hodge, LA a Good Place to Live?

Hodge is a small town of 610 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $37,321 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 83 (US average = 100), which is 17% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hodge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hodge 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: 83.1

Hodge's overall cost of living index is 83.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hodge costs roughly 17% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hodge, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$67,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$682	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,321	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Hodge, LA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hodge sees average highs of 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July, with 55.4 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hodge, LA
Average High — January	57.5°F
Average High — July	93.1°F
Annual Precipitation	55.4"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hodge, LA	National Avg
Population	610	—
Median Age	42.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	61.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	35.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	20.8%	22.2%
65 and over	24.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Hodge, LA 1 mi North Hodge, LA 1 mi Jonesboro, LA 3 mi Quitman, LA 6 mi Dodson, LA 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Hodge

Hodge, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71247

Hodge vs Other Cities

Hodge, LA vs East Hodge, LA Hodge, LA vs North Hodge, LA Hodge, LA vs Jonesboro, LA Hodge, LA vs Quitman, LA Hodge, LA vs Dodson, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hodge, LA affordable or expensive?

Hodge's cost of living index is 83, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hodge roughly 17% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $67,300 and median rent is $682/month.

What is the crime rate in Hodge, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Hodge?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Hodge, LA a good place to live?

Hodge, LA has a population of 610, a median household income of $37,321, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 Hodge?

Hodge averages 57.5°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.4 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hodge?

Hodge, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71247.

What is the population of Hodge?

The population of Hodge, Louisiana is 610 with a median age of 42.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hodge?

Key numbers for living in Hodge: cost of living index 83 (100 = US average), median home $67,300, median household income $37,321. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hodge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.