What are the schools like in Urania, LA?

Urania is served primarily by LaSalle Parish. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in Urania?

The median household income in Urania, LA is $54,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in Urania, LA?

Urania has an average high temperature of 57.1°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Urania, LA affordable or expensive?

Urania's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Urania is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $84,100 and the median rent is $1,075 per month.

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

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

Is Urania, LA a Good Place to Live?

Urania is a small town of 1,219 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $54,375 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

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

All Urania 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: 87.8

Urania's overall cost of living index is 87.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Urania costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Urania, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,075	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Urania is served primarily by LaSalle Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Urania, LA	National Avg
School District	LaSalle Parish	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	61.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Urania sees average highs of 57.1°F in January and 91.3°F in July, with 57.7 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Urania, LA
Average High — January	57.1°F
Average High — July	91.3°F
Annual Precipitation	57.7"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Urania, LA	National Avg
Population	1,219	—
Median Age	39.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	44.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	57.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	35.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.1%	22.2%
65 and over	9.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Urania

Urania, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71480

Urania vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urania, LA affordable or expensive?

Urania's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Urania roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $84,100 and median rent is $1,075/month.

What is the crime rate in Urania, LA?

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

What are the schools like in Urania?

Public schools in Urania are operated by LaSalle Parish. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 6.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Urania, LA a good place to live?

Urania, LA has a population of 1,219, a median household income of $54,375, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. 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 Urania?

Urania averages 57.1°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 57.7 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Urania?

Urania, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71480.

What is the population of Urania?

The population of Urania, Louisiana is 1,219 with a median age of 39.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Urania?

Key numbers for living in Urania: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $84,100, median household income $54,375, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Urania side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.