What are the schools like in North Hodge, LA?

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

What is the median household income in North Hodge?

The median household income in North Hodge, LA is $29,856 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

What is the weather like in North Hodge, LA?

North 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.

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

Q: Is North Hodge, LA affordable or expensive?

North Hodge's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Hodge is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,400 and the median rent is $915 per month.

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

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

Is North Hodge, LA a Good Place to Live?

North Hodge is a small town of 506 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $29,856 and a 4.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: North 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 North Hodge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North 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: 86.1

North Hodge's overall cost of living index is 86.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Hodge costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Hodge, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$915	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$29,856	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for North 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	North 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	12.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	76.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	North Hodge, LA	National Avg
Population	506	—
Median Age	31.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	13.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	70.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	18.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	35.8%	22.2%
65 and over	8.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Hodge, LA 0 mi Hodge, LA 1 mi Jonesboro, LA 3 mi Quitman, LA 5 mi Dodson, LA 14 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Hodge, LA affordable or expensive?

North Hodge's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Hodge roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,400 and median rent is $915/month.

What is the crime rate in North Hodge, LA?

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

What are the schools like in North Hodge?

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

Is North Hodge, LA a good place to live?

North Hodge, LA has a population of 506, a median household income of $29,856, and an unemployment rate of 4.0%. 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 North Hodge?

North 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 is the population of North Hodge?

The population of North Hodge, Louisiana is 506 with a median age of 31.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Hodge?

Key numbers for living in North Hodge: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $76,400, median household income $29,856. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Hodge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.