Ponchatoula, LA
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Ponchatoula Overview
7,805
TOTAL POPULATION
3,717
MALE POPULATION
4,088
FEMALE POPULATION
90.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,926
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,249
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
56.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
43.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,555
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ponchatoula Zip Codes
Ponchatoula Area Codes
Race in Ponchatoula
The most populous races in Ponchatoula are White / Caucasian (5,166 | 66.2%), Black / African American (2,215 | 28.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (241 | 3.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 99 | 1.3% |
| Black / African American | 2,215 | 28.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 241 | 3.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,166 | 66.2% |
| Two or more Races | 168 | 2.1% |
| Some other Race | 157 | 2.0% |
| Total | 7,805 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ponchatoula
The most populous ancestries reported in Ponchatoula are French (1,308 | 16.8%), Irish (895 | 11.5%), German (859 | 11.0%), American (497 | 6.4%), and English (450 | 5.8%), together accounting for 51.4% of all Ponchatoula residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 15 | 0.2% |
| American | 497 | 6.4% |
| British | 18 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 32 | 0.4% |
| English | 450 | 5.8% |
| European | 13 | 0.2% |
| French | 1,308 | 16.8% |
| French Canadian | 131 | 1.7% |
| German | 859 | 11.0% |
| Greek | 10 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 895 | 11.5% |
| Italian | 261 | 3.3% |
| Korean | 22 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 240 | 3.1% |
| Norwegian | 209 | 2.7% |
| Polish | 37 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 41 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 48 | 0.6% |
| Spanish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 123 | 1.6% |
| Subsaharan African | 15 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 18 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 31 | 0.4% | View All 24 Rows |
Immigrants in Ponchatoula
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ponchatoula came from Central America (72 | 0.9%), Latin America (72 | 0.9%), Mexico (72 | 0.9%), Asia (41 | 0.5%), and Europe (41 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Ponchatoula residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 41 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 72 | 0.9% |
| Europe | 41 | 0.5% |
| Latin America | 72 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 72 | 0.9% |
| Northern Europe | 41 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 41 | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | 41 | 0.5% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ponchatoula
Sex and Age in Ponchatoula
The most populous age groups in Ponchatoula are 60 to 64 Years (445 | 12.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (502 | 12.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 278 (7.5%) | 214 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 230 (6.2%) | 157 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 220 (5.9%) | 272 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 150 (4.0%) | 184 (4.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 172 (4.6%) | 120 (2.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 44 (1.2%) | 211 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 190 (5.1%) | 249 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 308 (8.3%) | 296 (7.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 286 (7.7%) | 250 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 159 (4.3%) | 218 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 85 (2.3%) | 106 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 429 (11.5%) | 340 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 445 (12.0%) | 502 (12.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 271 (7.3%) | 320 (7.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 80 (2.1%) | 414 (10.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 141 (3.8%) | 127 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 137 (3.7%) | 26 (0.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 92 (2.5%) | 82 (2.0%) |
| Total | 3,717 (100.0%) | 4,088 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ponchatoula
Median Family Size in Ponchatoula
The median family size in Ponchatoula is 2.99 persons per family, with single male/father families (68 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.07 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,408 | 69.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.90 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,408 (69.8%) | 2.90 |
| Single Male/Father | 68 (3.4%) | 4.07 |
| Single Female/Mother | 540 (26.8%) | 3.08 |
| Total Families | 2,016 (100.0%) | 2.99 |
Median Household Size in Ponchatoula
The median household size in Ponchatoula is 2.26 persons per household, with single male/father households (68 | 2.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.4 persons per household. non-family households (1,379 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,408 (41.5%) | 2.90 |
| Single Male/Father | 68 (2.0%) | 4.40 |
| Single Female/Mother | 540 (15.9%) | 3.38 |
| Non-family | 1,379 (40.6%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 3,395 (100.0%) | 2.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ponchatoula
Out of a total of 3,395 households in Ponchatoula, 2,016 (59.4%) are family households, while 1,379 (40.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,052, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,285.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,285 (37.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,052 (31.0%) | 94 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 445 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 312 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 88 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 103 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 16 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,016 (59.4%) | 1,379 (40.6%) |
Female Fertility in Ponchatoula
Fertility by Age in Ponchatoula
Average fertility rate in Ponchatoula is 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 51.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 24 (49.0%) | 41.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 25 (51.0%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 32.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ponchatoula
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Ponchatoula
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (49.0%) | 82.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 25 (51.0%) | 333.0 |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 32.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ponchatoula
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Ponchatoula
Income Overview in Ponchatoula
Per Capita Income in Ponchatoula is $26,926, while median incomes of families and households are $52,500 and $38,249 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,805 | $26,926 |
| Median Family Income | 2,016 | $52,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,016 | $80,434 |
| Median Household Income | 3,395 | $38,249 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,395 | $61,332 |
| Income Deficit | 2,016 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,805 | 56.25% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,805 | 43.75¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,805 | 0.52 |
Earnings by Sex in Ponchatoula
Average Earnings in Ponchatoula are $40,261, $52,532 for men and $22,983 for women, a difference of 56.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,565 (54.1%) | $52,532 |
| Female | 1,327 (45.9%) | $22,983 |
| Total | 2,892 (100.0%) | $40,261 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ponchatoula
The most common earnings brackets in Ponchatoula are $100,000+ for men (298 | 19.0%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (196 | 14.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 61 (3.9%) | 78 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 72 (4.6%) | 28 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 83 (5.3%) | 81 (6.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 16 (1.0%) | 21 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 20 (1.3%) | 84 (6.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (5.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (4.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 19 (1.2%) | 196 (14.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 44 (2.8%) | 26 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 183 (11.7%) | 75 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 37 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 49 (3.1%) | 73 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 10 (0.6%) | 43 (3.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 95 (6.1%) | 130 (9.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 35 (2.2%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 174 (11.1%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 135 (8.6%) | 122 (9.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 42 (2.7%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 192 (12.3%) | 87 (6.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 298 (19.0%) | 102 (7.7%) |
| Total | 1,565 (100.0%) | 1,327 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ponchatoula
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $2,499 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $23,559 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $61,576 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,577 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $54,156 | $0 |
Family Income in Ponchatoula
Family Income Brackets in Ponchatoula
According to the Ponchatoula family income data, there are 433 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.5% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 101 families (5.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 107 | 5.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 181 | 9.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 151 | 7.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 101 | 5.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 433 | 21.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 244 | 12.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 163 | 8.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 242 | 12.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 278 | 13.8% |
| $200,000+ | 119 | 5.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ponchatoula
5-person families (71 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Ponchatoula with $171,438 per family, while 5-person families (71 | 3.5%) have the highest median income of $34,288 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,089 (54.0%) | $39,804 |
| 3-Person Families | 492 (24.4%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 245 (12.1%) | $103,594 |
| 5-Person Families | 71 (3.5%) | $171,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 103 (5.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 16 (0.8%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,016 (100.0%) | $52,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ponchatoula
The median family income in Ponchatoula is $52,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (74) having the highest median family income of $153,603, while families with no earners (498) have the lowest median family income of $22,049, accounting for 3.7% and 24.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 498 (24.7%) | $22,049 |
| 1 Earner | 873 (43.3%) | $46,917 |
| 2 Earners | 571 (28.3%) | $118,073 |
| 3+ Earners | 74 (3.7%) | $153,603 |
| Total | 2,016 (100.0%) | $52,500 |
Household Income in Ponchatoula
Household Income Brackets in Ponchatoula
With 631 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Ponchatoula, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 129 households (3.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 251 | 7.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 530 | 15.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 631 | 18.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 143 | 4.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 499 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 424 | 12.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 238 | 7.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 275 | 8.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 278 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 129 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ponchatoula
The median household income in Ponchatoula is $38,249, with the highest median household income of $81,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 906 households (26.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 41 households (1.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 41 (1.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 906 (26.7%) | $81,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,215 (35.8%) | $38,902 |
| 65+ Years | 1,233 (36.3%) | $21,037 |
| Total | 3,395 (100.0%) | $38,249 |
Poverty in Ponchatoula
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ponchatoula
With 20.9% poverty level for males and 21.9% for females among the residents of Ponchatoula, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 27 males (100.0%) and 40 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 97 (34.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 98 (57.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 65 (26.4%) | 92 (36.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 44 (18.8%) | 99 (21.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 125 (21.0%) | 92 (16.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4 (1.7%) | 75 (23.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 85 (9.9%) | 208 (25.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 172 (49.0%) | 160 (22.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (14.5%) | 121 (54.3%) |
| Total | 768 (20.9%) | 887 (21.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ponchatoula
According to the poverty statistics in Ponchatoula, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 181 (65.1%) | 214 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 259 (100.0%) | 189 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 73 (42.7%) | 183 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 49 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 181 (73.6%) | 158 (63.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 190 (81.2%) | 361 (78.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 469 (79.0%) | 454 (83.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 227 (98.3%) | 249 (76.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 777 (90.1%) | 622 (74.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (51.0%) | 562 (77.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 300 (85.5%) | 102 (45.7%) |
| Total | 2,905 (79.1%) | 3,160 (78.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ponchatoula
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ponchatoula show that 1.5% or 21 of the total 1,408 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.6%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 792 (97.4%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 439 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 156 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,387 (98.5%) | 21 (1.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ponchatoula
According to the poverty data in Ponchatoula, 75.0% or 51 single-father households and 52.4% or 283 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 households (75.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 households (75.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 51 (75.0%) | 156 (41.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (75.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 51 (75.0%) | 283 (52.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ponchatoula
The poverty data for Ponchatoula shows that 21 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 334 of the single-parent households (54.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (2.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 127 household (75.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 21 (2.6%) | 207 (47.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (75.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (1.5%) | 334 (54.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ponchatoula
Employment by Class of Employer in Ponchatoula
Among the 2,487 employed individuals in Ponchatoula, private company employees (1,916 | 77.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (177 | 7.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (158 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,916 | 77.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 73 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 177 | 7.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 158 | 6.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 80 | 3.2% |
| State Government Employees | 40 | 1.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 28 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 15 | 0.6% |
| Total | 2,487 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ponchatoula
According to the labor force statistics for Ponchatoula, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,372), 40.1% or 2,555 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 56 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 82.2% or 361 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.6% or 33 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 97 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 168 (57.5%) | 33 (19.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 175 (68.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 361 (82.2%) | 15 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 811 (71.1%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 356 (62.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 321 (41.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 151 (15.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 119 (11.0%) | 4 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,555 (40.1%) | 56 (2.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ponchatoula
According to labor force statistics for Ponchatoula, 52.8% of individuals (2,174) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,118) are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 20 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 91.0% or 1,031 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.6% or 19 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 50 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 417 (25.2%) | 76 (4.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,031 (91.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 676 (79.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,174 (52.8%) | 37 (0.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ponchatoula
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ponchatoula are Health Diagnosing & Treating (211 | 8.4%), Business & Financial (151 | 6.0%), Health Technologists (123 | 4.9%), Community & Social Service (111 | 4.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (95 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ponchatoula, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.7%), and Management (73.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (73.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 45 (73.8%) | 16 (26.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 59 (39.1%) | 92 (60.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 71 (74.7%) | 24 (25.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 23 (59.0%) | 16 (41.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 18 (69.2%) | 8 (30.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 45 (40.5%) | 66 (59.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 45 (48.4%) | 48 (51.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 59 (28.0%) | 152 (72.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 33 (26.8%) | 90 (73.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 279 (44.4%) | 350 (55.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ponchatoula are Cleaning & Maintenance (127 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (112 | 4.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (104 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (71 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (36 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ponchatoula, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (66.7%), Law Enforcement (66.7%), and Personal Care & Service (64.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (75.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 49 (47.1%) | 55 (52.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 31 (24.4%) | 96 (75.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 72 (64.3%) | 40 (35.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 176 (39.1%) | 274 (60.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ponchatoula are Sales & Related (421 | 16.8%), and Office & Administration (116 | 4.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 110 (26.1%) | 311 (73.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 110 (20.5%) | 427 (79.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ponchatoula are Construction & Extraction (185 | 7.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (132 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (19 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 185 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 117 (88.6%) | 15 (11.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 321 (95.5%) | 15 (4.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ponchatoula are Transportation (223 | 8.9%), Material Moving (214 | 8.6%), and Production (113 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 213 (95.5%) | 10 (4.5%) |
| Material Moving | 112 (52.3%) | 102 (47.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 438 (79.6%) | 112 (20.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ponchatoula
Employment Industries in Ponchatoula
The major employment industries in Ponchatoula include Health Care & Social Assistance (433 | 17.3%), Construction (273 | 10.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (265 | 10.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (193 | 7.7%), and Retail Trade (181 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ponchatoula
The Ponchatoula industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (76.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 212 (77.7%) | 61 (22.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 53 (67.9%) | 25 (32.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 127 (70.2%) | 54 (29.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 177 (91.7%) | 16 (8.3%) |
| Utilities | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 23 (59.0%) | 16 (41.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 16 (40.0%) | 24 (60.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 37 (34.9%) | 69 (65.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 52 (39.4%) | 80 (60.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 103 (23.8%) | 330 (76.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 82 (54.3%) | 69 (45.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 92 (34.7%) | 173 (65.3%) |
| Public Administration | 24 (33.8%) | 47 (66.2%) |
| Total | 1,324 (52.9%) | 1,178 (47.1%) |
Education in Ponchatoula
School Enrollment in Ponchatoula
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,584 students in Ponchatoula are high school (378 | 23.9%), middle school (363 | 22.9%), and college / undergraduate (345 | 21.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 120 | 7.6% |
| Kindergarten | 71 | 4.5% |
| Elementary School | 271 | 17.1% |
| Middle School | 363 | 22.9% |
| High School | 378 | 23.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 345 | 21.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 36 | 2.3% |
| Total | 1,584 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ponchatoula
Out of a total of 1,584 students who are enrolled in schools in Ponchatoula, 383 (24.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,201 (75.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 73 (73.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 130 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 27 (27.0%) | 73 (73.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 252 (72.8%) | 94 (27.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 438 (89.0%) | 54 (11.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 130 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 89 (80.9%) | 21 (19.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 71 (55.0%) | 58 (45.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 193 (69.7%) | 84 (30.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,201 (75.8%) | 383 (24.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ponchatoula
Business (308 | 23.6%), science & technology (268 | 20.5%), education (253 | 19.4%), liberal arts & history (114 | 8.7%), and visual & performing arts (71 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,305 individuals in Ponchatoula who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 30 | 2.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 24 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 36 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 18 | 1.4% |
| Engineering | 36 | 2.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 268 | 20.5% |
| Business | 308 | 23.6% |
| Education | 253 | 19.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 18 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 114 | 8.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 71 | 5.4% |
| Communications | 59 | 4.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 46 | 3.5% |
| Total | 1,305 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ponchatoula
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ponchatoula
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ponchatoula are males with 2 vehicles (825, accounting for 62.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (473, making up 70.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 69 (5.2%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 169 (12.8%) | 520 (44.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 825 (62.5%) | 473 (40.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 171 (13.0%) | 125 (10.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 86 (6.5%) | 30 (2.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,320 (100.0%) | 1,163 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ponchatoula
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ponchatoula are 15 to 19 minutes (650 commuters, 27.4%), 60 to 89 minutes (340 commuters, 14.3%), and 45 to 59 minutes (281 commuters, 11.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 50 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 276 | 11.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 230 | 9.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 650 | 27.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 68 | 2.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 69 | 2.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 251 | 10.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 71 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 281 | 11.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 340 | 14.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 89 | 3.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ponchatoula
The most common commute times in Ponchatoula are 15 to 19 minutes (378 commuters, 28.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (272 commuters, 25.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 16 (1.2%) | 34 (3.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 142 (10.7%) | 134 (12.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 87 (6.6%) | 143 (13.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 378 (28.5%) | 272 (25.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 37 (2.8%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 69 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 57 (4.3%) | 194 (18.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 41 (3.1%) | 30 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 202 (15.3%) | 79 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 285 (21.5%) | 55 (5.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 10 (0.8%) | 79 (7.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ponchatoula
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ponchatoula are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (325, 24.5%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (183, 17.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 267 (20.2%) | 61 (5.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 33 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 145 (11.0%) | 12 (1.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 189 (14.3%) | 40 (3.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 84 (6.3%) | 55 (5.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 325 (24.5%) | 152 (14.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 18 (1.4%) | 78 (7.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 53 (4.0%) | 128 (12.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 134 (12.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 16 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (3.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 37 (2.8%) | 183 (17.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 157 (11.9%) | 174 (16.6%) |
| Total | 1,324 (100.0%) | 1,051 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ponchatoula
Occupancy by Ownership in Ponchatoula
Of the total 3,395 dwellings in Ponchatoula, owner-occupied units account for 2,707 (79.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 688 (20.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,707 | 79.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 688 | 20.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ponchatoula
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,285 | 37.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,146 | 33.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 445 | 13.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 519 | 15.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ponchatoula
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,055 (82.1%) | 230 (17.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 945 (82.5%) | 201 (17.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 334 (75.1%) | 111 (24.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 373 (71.9%) | 146 (28.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,707 (79.7%) | 688 (20.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ponchatoula
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 337 (62.8%) | 200 (37.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 905 (76.5%) | 278 (23.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 751 (80.6%) | 181 (19.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 714 (96.1%) | 29 (3.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ponchatoula
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 311 | 9.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 636 | 18.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 179 | 5.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,036 | 30.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 868 | 25.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 233 | 6.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 132 | 3.9% |
| Total | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ponchatoula
Median Income by Occupancy in Ponchatoula
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,707 (79.7%) | $38,863 |
| Renter-Occupied | 688 (20.3%) | $0 |
| Average | 3,395 (100.0%) | $38,249 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ponchatoula
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 82 (3.0%) | 69 (10.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 36 (1.3%) | 64 (9.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 327 (12.1%) | 202 (29.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 118 (4.4%) | 67 (9.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 433 (16.0%) | 12 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 141 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 474 (17.5%) | 25 (3.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 241 (8.9%) | 185 (26.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 218 (8.1%) | 18 (2.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 275 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 362 (13.4%) | 46 (6.7%) |
| Total | 2,707 (100.0%) | 688 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ponchatoula
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 628 (23.2%) | 53 (7.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 728 (26.9%) | 132 (19.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 144 (5.3%) | 38 (5.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 331 (12.2%) | 69 (10.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 366 (13.5%) | 320 (46.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 415 (15.3%) | 58 (8.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 95 (3.5%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,707 (100.0%) | 688 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ponchatoula
Housing Structures in Ponchatoula
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,527 | 74.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 181 | 5.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 235 | 6.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 85 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 | 0.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 52 | 1.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 298 | 8.8% |
| Total | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ponchatoula
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,294 (90.8%) | 233 (9.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 71 (39.2%) | 110 (60.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 116 (49.4%) | 119 (50.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 226 (75.8%) | 72 (24.2%) |
| Total | 2,707 (79.7%) | 688 (20.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ponchatoula
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 27 (1.0%) | 120 (17.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 976 (36.0%) | 489 (71.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,250 (46.2%) | 79 (11.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 454 (16.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,707 (100.0%) | 688 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ponchatoula
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 838 (31.0%) | 94 (13.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (10.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,869 (69.0%) | 505 (73.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,707 (100.0%) | 688 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ponchatoula
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 71 (2.6%) | 173 (25.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,069 (39.5%) | 379 (55.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,297 (47.9%) | 136 (19.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 270 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,707 (100.0%) | 688 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ponchatoula
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ponchatoula
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,453 | 1,254 |
| Median Property Value | $166,200 | $206,700 |
| Median Household Income | $24,437 | $307 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $348 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $616 | $149 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ponchatoula
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 257 (17.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 102 (7.0%) | 73 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 916 (63.0%) | 967 (77.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 168 (11.6%) | 214 (17.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,453 (100.0%) | 1,254 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ponchatoula
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 84 (5.8%) | 37 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 695 (47.8%) | 34 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 73 (5.0%) | 183 (14.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 359 (24.7%) | 68 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 42 (2.9%) | 115 (9.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 21 (1.5%) | 199 (15.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 124 (8.5%) | 197 (15.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 55 (3.8%) | 151 (12.0%) |
| Total | 1,453 (100.0%) | 1,254 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ponchatoula
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 209 (14.4%) | 78,773 (6,281.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 106 (7.3%) | 487 (38.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 184 (12.7%) | 294 (23.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 954 (65.7%) | 143 (11.4%) |
| Total | 1,453 (100.0%) | 1,254 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ponchatoula
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 792 (54.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 291 (20.0%) | 463 (36.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 46 (3.2%) | 353 (28.1%) |
| Total | 1,453 (100.0%) | 1,254 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ponchatoula
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ponchatoula
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 567 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,001 (96.6%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 329 (84.6%) | 60 (15.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 351 (50.6%) | 343 (49.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,140 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 498 (89.7%) | 57 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,445 (85.4%) | 247 (14.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,054 (98.2%) | 19 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 574 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,959 (90.1%) | 761 (9.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ponchatoula
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 567 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,001 (96.6%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 329 (84.6%) | 60 (15.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ponchatoula
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,053 (97.2%) | 59 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,018 (63.1%) | 596 (36.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,289 (98.7%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 495 (88.9%) | 62 (11.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,058 (98.7%) | 27 (1.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ponchatoula
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 211 (37.2%) | 453 (79.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 574 (55.4%) | 547 (52.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 215 (55.3%) | 114 (29.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 167 (24.1%) | 208 (30.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 422 (37.0%) | 784 (68.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 255 (46.0%) | 243 (43.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 719 (42.5%) | 825 (48.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,054 (98.2%) | 420 (39.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 574 (100.0%) | 406 (70.7%) |
| Total | 4,191 (54.3%) | 4,000 (51.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ponchatoula
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 140 (26.6%) | 68 (14.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (4.8%) | 56 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 332 (19.7%) | 503 (29.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 60 (17.1%) | 199 (27.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 255 (72.7%) | 149 (66.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ponchatoula
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 88 (5.2%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (4.6%) | 69 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 245 (69.8%) | 51 (22.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (17.7%) | 8 (3.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 140 (26.6%) | 41 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (2.6%) | 314 (18.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (6.8%) | 75 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 99 (28.2%) | 77 (34.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (4.8%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 255 (15.1%) | 152 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 44 (12.5%) | 55 (7.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (18.8%) | 125 (56.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 24 (4.6%) | 16 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 130 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (14.8%) | 90 (40.4%) |
Technology Access in Ponchatoula
Computing Device Access in Ponchatoula
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,185 | 64.4% |
| Smartphone | 2,745 | 80.8% |
| Tablet | 1,854 | 54.6% |
| No Computing Device | 533 | 15.7% |
| Total | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ponchatoula
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,210 | 65.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 135 | 4.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 197 | 5.8% |
| No Internet | 943 | 27.8% |
| Total | 3,395 | 100.0% |
Ponchatoula Summary
Ponchatoula is a city located in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is the parish seat and the largest city in the parish. The population was 6,559 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Hammond Micropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Ponchatoula was founded in 1820 by a group of settlers from the Choctaw Nation. The name Ponchatoula is derived from the Choctaw language and means "flowing hair," referring to the long, flowing hair of the local Native Americans. The city was incorporated in 1883 and has since grown to become the largest city in Tangipahoa Parish.
Geography
Ponchatoula is located at 30°25'25" North, 90°26'45" West (30.423750, -90.446389). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all land.
Economy
Ponchatoula is a major center for agriculture and industry in the region. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is also home to a number of large employers, including the Ponchatoula-based Southeastern Louisiana University, the Tangipahoa Parish School Board, and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 6,717 people, 2,541 households, and 1,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,288.3 people per square mile (497.2/km2). There were 2,717 housing units at an average density of 522.3 per square mile (201.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.45% White, 28.90% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.45% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.45% from other races, and 1.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.53% of the population.
There were 2,541 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 19.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,917, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $20,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 14.2% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ponchatoula?
Total Population of Ponchatoula is 7,805.
What is the Total Male Population of Ponchatoula?
Total Male Population of Ponchatoula is 3,717.
What is the Total Female Population of Ponchatoula?
Total Female Population of Ponchatoula is 4,088.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ponchatoula?
There are 90.92 Males per 100 Females in Ponchatoula.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ponchatoula?
There are 109.98 Females per 100 Males in Ponchatoula.
What is the Median Population Age in Ponchatoula?
Median Population Age in Ponchatoula is 45.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ponchatoula
Average Family Size in Ponchatoula is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ponchatoula
Average Household Size in Ponchatoula is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ponchatoula?
Per Capita income in Ponchatoula is $26,926.
What is the Median Family Income in Ponchatoula?
Median Family Income in Ponchatoula is $52,500.
What is the Median Household income in Ponchatoula?
Median Household Income in Ponchatoula is $38,249.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ponchatoula?
Income or Wage Gap in Ponchatoula is 56.2%.
Women in Ponchatoula earn 43.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ponchatoula?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ponchatoula is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ponchatoula?
There are 2,555 People in the Labor Forcein in Ponchatoula.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ponchatoula?
40.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Ponchatoula.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ponchatoula?
Unemployment Rate in Ponchatoula is 2.2%.