What are the schools like in Mansura, LA?

Mansura is served primarily by Avoyelles Public Charter School. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.8:1.

What is the median household income in Mansura?

The median household income in Mansura, LA is $21,173 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 23.2%.

What is the weather like in Mansura, LA?

Mansura has an average high temperature of 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Mansura, LA affordable or expensive?

Mansura's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mansura is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $84,900 and the median rent is $668 per month.

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

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

Is Mansura, LA a Good Place to Live?

Mansura is a small town of 1,376 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $21,173 and a 23.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

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

All Mansura 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: 84.1

Mansura's overall cost of living index is 84.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mansura costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mansura, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$668	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	43.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$21,173	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mansura is served primarily by Avoyelles Public Charter School. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mansura, LA	National Avg
School District	Avoyelles Public Charter School	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	72.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mansura sees average highs of 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July, with 59.1 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Mansura, LA
Average High — January	60.2°F
Average High — July	92.8°F
Annual Precipitation	59.1"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Mansura, LA	National Avg
Population	1,376	—
Median Age	49.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	23.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	30.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	62.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.3%	22.2%
65 and over	21.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Marksville, LA 4 mi Hessmer, LA 4 mi Moreauville, LA 5 mi Cottonport, LA 5 mi Fifth Ward, LA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Mansura

Mansura, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71350

Mansura vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mansura, LA affordable or expensive?

Mansura's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mansura roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $84,900 and median rent is $668/month.

What is the crime rate in Mansura, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Mansura?

Public schools in Mansura are operated by Avoyelles Public Charter School. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.8:1. 6.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mansura, LA a good place to live?

Mansura, LA has a population of 1,376, a median household income of $21,173, and an unemployment rate of 23.2%. 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 Mansura?

Mansura averages 60.2°F in January and 92.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 59.1 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mansura?

Mansura, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71350.

What is the population of Mansura?

The population of Mansura, Louisiana is 1,376 with a median age of 49.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mansura?

Key numbers for living in Mansura: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $84,900, median household income $21,173, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mansura side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.