What are the schools like in Hornbeck, LA?

Hornbeck is served primarily by Vernon Parish. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Hornbeck?

The median household income in Hornbeck, LA is $56,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Hornbeck, LA?

Hornbeck has an average high temperature of 57.6°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hornbeck, LA affordable or expensive?

Hornbeck's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hornbeck is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $97,500 and the median rent is $1,047 per month.

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

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

Is Hornbeck, LA a Good Place to Live?

Hornbeck is a small town of 674 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $56,250 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Hornbeck stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Hornbeck is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hornbeck 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: 88.3

Hornbeck's overall cost of living index is 88.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hornbeck costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hornbeck, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$97,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,047	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hornbeck is served primarily by Vernon Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hornbeck, LA	National Avg
School District	Vernon Parish	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hornbeck sees average highs of 57.6°F in January and 93.1°F in July, with 58.7 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hornbeck, LA
Average High — January	57.6°F
Average High — July	93.1°F
Annual Precipitation	58.7"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hornbeck, LA	National Avg
Population	674	—
Median Age	39.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	11.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Anacoco, LA 6 mi Florien, LA 10 mi Fisher, LA 12 mi Leesville, LA 14 mi South Toledo Bend, TX 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Hornbeck

Hornbeck, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71439

Hornbeck vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hornbeck, LA affordable or expensive?

Hornbeck's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hornbeck roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $97,500 and median rent is $1,047/month.

What is the crime rate in Hornbeck, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Hornbeck?

Public schools in Hornbeck are operated by Vernon Parish. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 7.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hornbeck, LA a good place to live?

Hornbeck, LA has a population of 674, a median household income of $56,250, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. 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 Hornbeck?

Hornbeck averages 57.6°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.7 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hornbeck?

Hornbeck, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71439.

What is the population of Hornbeck?

The population of Hornbeck, Louisiana is 674 with a median age of 39.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hornbeck?

Key numbers for living in Hornbeck: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $97,500, median household income $56,250, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hornbeck side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.