What are the schools like in Mangham, LA?

Mangham is served primarily by Richland Parish. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.5:1.

What is the median household income in Mangham?

The median household income in Mangham, LA is $34,342 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.6%.

What is the weather like in Mangham, LA?

Mangham has an average high temperature of 57.5°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Mangham, LA affordable or expensive?

Mangham's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mangham is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $110,400 and the median rent is $775 per month.

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

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

Is Mangham, LA a Good Place to Live?

Mangham is a small town of 657 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $34,342 and a 18.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

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

All Mangham 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: 86.6

Mangham's overall cost of living index is 86.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mangham costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mangham, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$110,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$775	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$34,342	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mangham is served primarily by Richland Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mangham, LA	National Avg
School District	Richland Parish	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	77.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mangham sees average highs of 57.5°F in January and 94.4°F in July, with 60.0 inches of annual precipitation and 0.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mangham, LA
Average High — January	57.5°F
Average High — July	94.4°F
Annual Precipitation	60.0"
Annual Snowfall	0.7"

Demographics

Metric	Mangham, LA	National Avg
Population	657	—
Median Age	33.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	63.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	30.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	24.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Baskin, LA 4 mi Winnsboro, LA 11 mi Rayville, LA 11 mi Start, LA 14 mi Gilbert, LA 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Mangham

Mangham, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71259

Mangham vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mangham, LA affordable or expensive?

Mangham's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mangham roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $110,400 and median rent is $775/month.

What is the crime rate in Mangham, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Mangham?

Public schools in Mangham are operated by Richland Parish. The district has 5 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1. 16.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mangham, LA a good place to live?

Mangham, LA has a population of 657, a median household income of $34,342, and an unemployment rate of 18.6%. 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 Mangham?

Mangham averages 57.5°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 60.0 inches with about 0.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mangham?

Mangham, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71259.

What is the population of Mangham?

The population of Mangham, Louisiana is 657 with a median age of 33.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mangham?

Key numbers for living in Mangham: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $110,400, median household income $34,342, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mangham side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.