Port Barre, LA

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2,181
TOTAL POPULATION
1,041
MALE POPULATION
1,140
FEMALE POPULATION
91.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
27.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,306
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,107
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
870
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Port Barre Zip Codes

Port Barre Area Codes

Race in Port Barre

The most populous races in Port Barre are Black / African American (1,009 | 46.3%), White / Caucasian (914 | 41.9%), and Two or more Races (234 | 10.7%).
Race in Port Barre
Race# Population% Population
Asian241.1%
Black / African American1,00946.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1185.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian91441.9%
Two or more Races23410.7%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,181100.0%

Ancestry in Port Barre

The most populous ancestries reported in Port Barre are French Canadian (408 | 18.7%), French (152 | 7.0%), Spanish American (118 | 5.4%), American (54 | 2.5%), and European (35 | 1.6%), together accounting for 35.2% of all Port Barre residents.
Ancestry in Port Barre
Ancestry# Population% Population
American542.5%
Bhutanese241.1%
Cajun120.5%
English291.3%
European351.6%
French1527.0%
French Canadian40818.7%
Irish60.3%
Spanish American1185.4%
Swedish20.1%
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Immigrants in Port Barre

Immigrants in Port Barre
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Port Barre

Sex and Age in Port Barre

The most populous age groups in Port Barre are 15 to 19 Years (144 | 13.8%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (183 | 16.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Port Barre
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years129 (12.4%)45 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Years94 (9.0%)83 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years97 (9.3%)53 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years144 (13.8%)71 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years122 (11.7%)183 (16.1%)
25 to 29 Years72 (6.9%)108 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Years39 (3.7%)44 (3.9%)
35 to 39 Years18 (1.7%)43 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years27 (2.6%)133 (11.7%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)60 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years105 (10.1%)5 (0.4%)
55 to 59 Years52 (5.0%)44 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years27 (2.6%)138 (12.1%)
65 to 69 Years77 (7.4%)57 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years17 (1.6%)42 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years13 (1.3%)18 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years8 (0.8%)1 (0.1%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (1.1%)
Total1,041 (100.0%)1,140 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Port Barre

Median Family Size in Port Barre

The median family size in Port Barre is 3.21 persons per family, with single male/father families (169 | 28.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.07 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (241 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.79 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Port Barre
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple183 (30.9%)2.98
Single Male/Father169 (28.5%)4.07
Single Female/Mother241 (40.6%)2.79
Total Families593 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in Port Barre

The median household size in Port Barre is 2.66 persons per household, with single male/father households (169 | 20.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.2 persons per household. non-family households (227 | 27.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Port Barre
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple183 (22.3%)2.98
Single Male/Father169 (20.6%)4.20
Single Female/Mother241 (29.4%)2.88
Non-family227 (27.7%)1.03
Total Households820 (100.0%)2.66

Household Size by Marriage Status in Port Barre

Out of a total of 820 households in Port Barre, 593 (72.3%) are family households, while 227 (27.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 232, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 221.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Port Barre
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-221 (27.0%)
2-Person Households232 (28.3%)6 (0.7%)
3-Person Households174 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households82 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households101 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total593 (72.3%)227 (27.7%)

Female Fertility in Port Barre

Fertility by Age in Port Barre

Average fertility rate in Port Barre is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Port Barre
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years21 (100.0%)63.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total21 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Port Barre

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Port Barre
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Port Barre

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Port Barre
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree21 (100.0%)71.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total21 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Port Barre

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Port Barre
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)

Income in Port Barre

Income Overview in Port Barre

Per Capita Income in Port Barre is $17,306, while median incomes of families and households are $48,107 and $37,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,181$17,306
Median Family Income593$48,107
Mean Family Income593$53,026
Median Household Income820$37,000
Mean Household Income820$44,996
Income Deficit593$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,18144.38%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,18155.62¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1810.44

Earnings by Sex in Port Barre

Average Earnings in Port Barre are $25,600, $34,120 for men and $18,977 for women, a difference of 44.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Port Barre
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male446 (49.8%)$34,120
Female450 (50.2%)$18,977
Total896 (100.0%)$25,600

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Port Barre

The most common earnings brackets in Port Barre are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (87 | 19.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (56 | 12.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Port Barre
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)20 (4.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99915 (3.4%)41 (9.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49928 (6.3%)34 (7.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)48 (10.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99933 (7.4%)48 (10.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)21 (4.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)22 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49927 (6.0%)37 (8.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99923 (5.2%)43 (9.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99949 (11.0%)6 (1.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99965 (14.6%)56 (12.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99914 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99987 (19.5%)10 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99913 (2.9%)20 (4.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99933 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (5.2%)44 (9.8%)
$100,000+34 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total446 (100.0%)450 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Port Barre

Average earnings in Port Barre are $40,240 for men and $22,791 for women, a difference of 43.4%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,822, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,822. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $23,833, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,689.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Port Barre
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,822$21,689
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,240$22,791

Family Income in Port Barre

Family Income Brackets in Port Barre

According to the Port Barre family income data, there are 152 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Port Barre
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000477.9%
$10,000 to $14,999183.0%
$15,000 to $24,9998614.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998714.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998514.3%
$50,000 to $74,99915225.6%
$75,000 to $99,999315.2%
$100,000 to $149,9998714.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Port Barre

5-person families (101 | 17.0%) account for the highest median family income in Port Barre with $68,271 per family, while 3-person families (161 | 27.2%) have the highest median income of $16,557 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Port Barre
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families262 (44.2%)$28,917
3-Person Families161 (27.2%)$49,671
4-Person Families65 (11.0%)$0
5-Person Families101 (17.0%)$68,271
6-Person Families4 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total593 (100.0%)$48,107

Family Income by Number of Earners in Port Barre

Family Income by Number of Earners in Port Barre
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners88 (14.8%)$20,278
1 Earner324 (54.6%)$51,250
2 Earners119 (20.1%)$55,417
3+ Earners62 (10.5%)$0
Total593 (100.0%)$48,107

Household Income in Port Barre

Household Income Brackets in Port Barre

With 152 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Port Barre, accounting for 18.5% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Port Barre
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000668.0%
$10,000 to $14,99913316.2%
$15,000 to $24,99913416.3%
$25,000 to $34,999657.9%
$35,000 to $49,99913516.5%
$50,000 to $74,99915218.5%
$75,000 to $99,999485.9%
$100,000 to $149,9998710.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Port Barre

The median household income in Port Barre is $37,000, with the highest median household income of $49,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 287 households (35.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 132 households (16.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Port Barre
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years92 (11.2%)$43,417
25 to 44 Years287 (35.0%)$49,750
45 to 64 Years309 (37.7%)$26,991
65+ Years132 (16.1%)$0
Total820 (100.0%)$37,000

Poverty in Port Barre

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Port Barre

With 18.2% poverty level for males and 28.9% for females among the residents of Port Barre, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 34 males (100.0%) and 28 females (62.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Port Barre
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (17.8%)28 (62.2%)
5 Years34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years13 (17.8%)50 (52.1%)
12 to 14 Years47 (55.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (2.7%)5 (7.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (9.1%)53 (29.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)41 (27.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)56 (31.8%)
45 to 54 Years3 (2.9%)9 (13.9%)
55 to 64 Years24 (30.4%)46 (25.3%)
65 to 74 Years18 (19.2%)34 (34.3%)
75 Years and over11 (52.4%)7 (22.6%)
Total190 (18.2%)329 (28.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Port Barre

According to the poverty statistics in Port Barre, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Port Barre
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (82.2%)17 (37.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years60 (82.2%)46 (47.9%)
12 to 14 Years37 (44.1%)32 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years109 (97.3%)66 (93.0%)
18 to 24 Years140 (90.9%)130 (71.0%)
25 to 34 Years111 (100.0%)111 (73.0%)
35 to 44 Years45 (100.0%)120 (68.2%)
45 to 54 Years102 (97.1%)56 (86.2%)
55 to 64 Years55 (69.6%)136 (74.7%)
65 to 74 Years76 (80.8%)65 (65.7%)
75 Years and over10 (47.6%)24 (77.4%)
Total851 (81.8%)811 (71.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Port Barre

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Port Barre show that 8.7% or 16 of the total 183 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Port Barre
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children146 (92.4%)12 (7.6%)
1 or 2 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total167 (91.3%)16 (8.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Port Barre

According to the poverty data in Port Barre, 10.1% or 17 single-father households and 35.7% or 86 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (18.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (47.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Port Barre
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)8 (16.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)60 (39.0%)
3 or 4 Children17 (18.1%)18 (47.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (10.1%)86 (35.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Port Barre

The poverty data for Port Barre shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (8.7%) and 103 of the single-parent households (25.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (31.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Port Barre
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (7.6%)8 (9.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)60 (31.1%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)35 (26.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (8.7%)103 (25.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Port Barre

Employment by Class of Employer in Port Barre

Among the 768 employed individuals in Port Barre, private company employees (606 | 78.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (41 | 5.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (36 | 4.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Port Barre
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees60678.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)202.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)415.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations364.7%
Local Government Employees364.7%
State Government Employees222.9%
Federal Government Employees70.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total768100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Port Barre

According to the labor force statistics for Port Barre, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,680), 51.8% or 870 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 62 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 83 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.1% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Port Barre
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years81 (37.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years114 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years160 (88.9%)27 (16.9%)
30 to 34 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years167 (75.6%)4 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years146 (85.9%)25 (17.1%)
55 to 59 Years49 (51.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years48 (29.1%)6 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years21 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total870 (51.8%)62 (7.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Port Barre

According to labor force statistics for Port Barre, 71.4% of individuals (653) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (915) are in the labor force, with 9.5% or 62 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.8% or 24 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.9% or 62 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Port Barre
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School67 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma416 (76.2%)81 (14.9%)
College / Associate Degree146 (68.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher24 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total653 (71.4%)87 (9.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Port Barre

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Port Barre are Health Diagnosing & Treating (49 | 6.1%), Management (47 | 5.8%), Health Technologists (19 | 2.4%), Community & Social Service (17 | 2.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (17 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Port Barre

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Port Barre
OccupationMaleFemale
Management22 (46.8%)25 (53.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)22 (19.5%)91 (80.5%)
Total (Overall)428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Port Barre are Food Preparation & Serving (116 | 14.3%), Healthcare Support (50 | 6.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (37 | 4.6%), and Personal Care & Service (2 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in Port Barre

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Port Barre
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)116 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (1.0%)203 (99.0%)
Total (Overall)428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Port Barre are Sales & Related (127 | 15.7%), and Office & Administration (33 | 4.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Port Barre

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Port Barre
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related73 (57.5%)54 (42.5%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total (Category)73 (45.6%)87 (54.4%)
Total (Overall)428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Port Barre are Construction & Extraction (169 | 20.9%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 1.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Port Barre

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Port Barre
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Port Barre are Material Moving (75 | 9.3%), Production (52 | 6.4%), and Transportation (6 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Port Barre

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Port Barre
OccupationMaleFemale
Production52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Port Barre

Employment Industries in Port Barre

The major employment industries in Port Barre include Retail Trade (200 | 24.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (156 | 19.3%), Construction (129 | 16.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (96 | 11.9%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (71 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries in Port Barre

Employment Industries by Sex in Port Barre

The Port Barre industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Port Barre
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade167 (83.5%)33 (16.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Educational Services8 (16.3%)41 (83.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)156 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)96 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total428 (52.9%)381 (47.1%)

Education in Port Barre

School Enrollment in Port Barre

The most common levels of schooling among the 725 students in Port Barre are high school (247 | 34.1%), college / undergraduate (178 | 24.5%), and elementary school (131 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Port Barre
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool446.1%
Kindergarten71.0%
Elementary School13118.1%
Middle School11816.3%
High School24734.1%
College / Undergraduate17824.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total725100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Port Barre

Out of a total of 725 students who are enrolled in schools in Port Barre, 153 (21.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 572 (78.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 148 (90.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Port Barre
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds16 (9.8%)148 (90.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Total572 (78.9%)153 (21.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Port Barre

Education (25 | 56.8%), science & technology (7 | 15.9%), arts & humanities (7 | 15.9%), and business (5 | 11.4%) are the most common fields of study among 44 individuals in Port Barre who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Port Barre
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology715.9%
Business511.4%
Education2556.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities715.9%
Total44100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Port Barre

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Port Barre

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Port Barre are males with 2 vehicles (267, accounting for 62.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (68, making up 78.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Port Barre
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)20 (5.9%)
1 Vehicle85 (19.9%)214 (62.9%)
2 Vehicles267 (62.4%)68 (20.0%)
3 Vehicles31 (7.2%)17 (5.0%)
4 Vehicles45 (10.5%)21 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total428 (100.0%)340 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Port Barre

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Port Barre are 5 to 9 minutes (223 commuters, 29.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (161 commuters, 21.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (137 commuters, 17.8%).
Commute Time in Port Barre
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes253.3%
5 to 9 Minutes22329.0%
10 to 14 Minutes151.9%
15 to 19 Minutes16121.0%
20 to 24 Minutes567.3%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes13717.8%
35 to 39 Minutes466.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes506.5%
60 to 89 Minutes557.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Port Barre

The most common commute times in Port Barre are 5 to 9 minutes (136 commuters, 31.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (87 commuters, 25.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Port Barre
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes7 (1.6%)18 (5.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes136 (31.8%)87 (25.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes110 (25.7%)51 (15.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes15 (3.5%)41 (12.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes74 (17.3%)63 (18.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)46 (13.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes31 (7.2%)19 (5.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes55 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Port Barre

The most frequent times of departure to work in Port Barre are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (87, 20.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (66, 19.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Port Barre
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM41 (9.6%)11 (3.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM33 (7.7%)22 (6.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM9 (2.1%)19 (5.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM66 (15.4%)25 (7.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM87 (20.3%)31 (9.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM24 (5.6%)66 (19.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)15 (4.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM72 (16.8%)17 (5.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM14 (3.3%)23 (6.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM17 (4.0%)34 (10.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM38 (8.9%)29 (8.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM27 (6.3%)48 (14.1%)
Total428 (100.0%)340 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Port Barre

Occupancy by Ownership in Port Barre

Of the total 820 dwellings in Port Barre, owner-occupied units account for 440 (53.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 380 (46.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Port Barre
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44053.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units38046.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units820100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Port Barre

Occupancy by Household Size in Port Barre
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22127.0%
2-Person Household23829.0%
3-Person Household17421.2%
4+ Person Household18722.8%
Total Housing Units820100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Port Barre

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Port Barre
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household76 (34.4%)145 (65.6%)
2-Person Household161 (67.6%)77 (32.4%)
3-Person Household84 (48.3%)90 (51.7%)
4+ Person Household119 (63.6%)68 (36.4%)
Total Housing Units440 (53.7%)380 (46.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Port Barre

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Port Barre
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School81 (45.5%)97 (54.5%)
High School Diploma261 (56.7%)199 (43.3%)
College/Associate Degree91 (53.5%)79 (46.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Port Barre

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Port Barre
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years19623.9%
35 to 44 Years18322.3%
45 to 54 Years11614.1%
55 to 64 Years19323.5%
65 to 74 Years11714.3%
75 to 84 Years151.8%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total820100.0%

Housing Finances in Port Barre

Median Income by Occupancy in Port Barre

Median Income by Occupancy in Port Barre
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied440 (53.7%)$47,714
Renter-Occupied380 (46.3%)$20,938
Average820 (100.0%)$37,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Port Barre

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Port Barre
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (2.1%)43 (11.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)14 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99963 (14.3%)70 (18.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99933 (7.5%)54 (14.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (5.2%)24 (6.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99952 (11.8%)13 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99972 (16.4%)63 (16.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999105 (23.9%)47 (12.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (7.0%)17 (4.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99952 (11.8%)35 (9.2%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)380 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Port Barre

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Port Barre
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300140 (31.8%)26 (6.8%)
$300 to $49993 (21.1%)90 (23.7%)
$500 to $79925 (5.7%)57 (15.0%)
$800 to $99922 (5.0%)92 (24.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499146 (33.2%)54 (14.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99914 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)380 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Port Barre

Housing Structures in Port Barre

Housing Structures in Port Barre
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached39347.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments728.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments283.4%
10 or more Apartments354.3%
Mobile Home / Other29235.6%
Total820100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Port Barre

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Port Barre
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached238 (60.6%)155 (39.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other202 (69.2%)90 (30.8%)
Total440 (53.7%)380 (46.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Port Barre

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Port Barre
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)28 (7.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms4 (0.9%)42 (11.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms241 (54.8%)253 (66.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms174 (39.6%)57 (15.0%)
8 or more Rooms21 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)380 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Port Barre

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Port Barre
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas49 (11.1%)52 (13.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity389 (88.4%)328 (86.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)380 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Port Barre

Household Vehicle Usage in Port Barre
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle16 (3.6%)132 (34.7%)
1 Vehicle153 (34.8%)161 (42.4%)
2 Vehicles229 (52.0%)70 (18.4%)
3 or more Vehicles42 (9.6%)17 (4.5%)
Total440 (100.0%)380 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Port Barre

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Port Barre

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units244196
Median Property Value$72,900$0
Median Household Income$32,500$0
Monthly Housing Costs$263$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$162

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Port Barre

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Port Barre
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00094 (38.5%)11 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99982 (33.6%)97 (49.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99968 (27.9%)73 (37.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)15 (7.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total244 (100.0%)196 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Port Barre

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Port Barre
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99995 (38.9%)1 (0.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99931 (12.7%)24 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (23.4%)21 (10.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (9.4%)15 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (2.5%)82 (41.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (9.8%)25 (12.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)28 (14.3%)
Total244 (100.0%)196 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Port Barre

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Port Barre
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x121 (49.6%)68,767 (35,085.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x42 (17.2%)108 (55.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x35 (14.3%)9 (4.6%)
4.0x or more46 (18.9%)25 (12.8%)
Total244 (100.0%)196 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Port Barre

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Port Barre
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80085 (34.8%)1 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,49912 (4.9%)34 (17.3%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total244 (100.0%)196 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Port Barre

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Port Barre

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Port Barre
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years500 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years313 (92.6%)25 (7.4%)
26 to 34 Years200 (87.0%)30 (13.0%)
35 to 44 Years170 (76.9%)51 (23.1%)
45 to 54 Years170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years241 (92.3%)20 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,055 (94.2%)126 (5.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Port Barre

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Port Barre
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen500 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen313 (92.6%)25 (7.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Port Barre

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Port Barre
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000607 (96.8%)20 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999407 (89.1%)50 (10.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999595 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999146 (85.4%)25 (14.6%)
$100,000 and over300 (90.6%)31 (9.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Port Barre

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Port Barre
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6121 (56.0%)100 (46.3%)
6 to 18 Years299 (59.8%)212 (42.4%)
19 to 25 Years107 (31.7%)216 (63.9%)
25 to 34 Years118 (51.3%)128 (55.6%)
35 to 44 Years71 (32.1%)103 (46.6%)
45 to 54 Years68 (40.0%)124 (72.9%)
55 to 64 Years158 (60.5%)83 (31.8%)
65 to 74 Years172 (89.1%)105 (54.4%)
75 Years and over41 (78.8%)40 (76.9%)
Total1,155 (53.0%)1,111 (50.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Port Barre

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Port Barre
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years10 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (7.0%)76 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years47 (50.0%)38 (38.4%)
75 Years and over12 (57.1%)7 (22.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Port Barre

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Port Barre: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.6%)11 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years23 (24.5%)12 (12.1%)
75 Years and over12 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Port Barre: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years10 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)36 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (12.1%)
75 Years and over11 (52.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Port Barre: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years10 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (7.0%)58 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years19 (20.2%)14 (14.1%)
75 Years and over11 (52.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Port Barre: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.6%)31 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years26 (27.7%)38 (38.4%)
75 Years and over11 (52.4%)7 (22.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Port Barre: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (3.9%)5 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years16 (17.0%)26 (26.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Port Barre

Computing Device Access in Port Barre

Computing Device Access in Port Barre
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop37445.6%
Smartphone65780.1%
Tablet29435.8%
No Computing Device12014.6%
Total820100.0%

Internet Access in Port Barre

Internet Access in Port Barre
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home29035.4%
Cellular Data Only11213.7%
Satellite Internet151.8%
No Internet40949.9%
Total820100.0%

Port Barre Summary

Port Barre is a small town located in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of Bayou Courtableau, approximately 10 miles south of Opelousas and 25 miles north of Lafayette. The town has a population of 2,239 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

Port Barre was founded in 1883 by a group of French-speaking settlers from the nearby town of Grand Coteau. The town was named after the nearby port of Barre, which was used to transport goods from the nearby bayou. The town was incorporated in 1884 and quickly became a hub for the local lumber industry. The town was also home to a number of small businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a sawmill.
In the early 1900s, the town began to experience a period of growth and prosperity. The lumber industry continued to thrive, and the town was home to a number of new businesses, including a bank, a hotel, and a movie theater. The town also became a popular destination for tourists, who came to enjoy the nearby bayou and the town’s picturesque setting.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a period of decline. The lumber industry began to decline, and the town’s population began to dwindle. In the 1970s, the town began to experience a period of revitalization. The town was home to a number of new businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. The town also began to attract new residents, and the population began to grow again.

Geography

Port Barre is located in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. The town is situated on the banks of Bayou Courtableau, approximately 10 miles south of Opelousas and 25 miles north of Lafayette. The town is located in the humid subtropical climate zone, and the average temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The town is also home to a number of parks and recreational areas, including the Port Barre City Park and the Bayou Courtableau State Wildlife Management Area.

Economy

The economy of Port Barre is largely based on the lumber industry. The town is home to a number of sawmills and lumber yards, and the town’s economy is heavily reliant on the lumber industry. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a plastics manufacturer.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Port Barre is 2,239 people. The town is predominantly white, with a population that is 79.3% white, 17.2% African American, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income in the town is $31,250, and the median home value is $90,000. The town has a poverty rate of 22.3%, and the unemployment rate is 6.2%.

Conclusion

Port Barre is a small town located in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of 2,239 people, according to the 2010 census. The town’s economy is largely based on the lumber industry, and the town is also home to a number of small businesses. The town is predominantly white, with a population that is 79.3% white, 17.2% African American, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income in the town is $31,250, and the median home value is $90,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Port Barre?
Total Population of Port Barre is 2,181.
What is the Total Male Population of Port Barre?
Total Male Population of Port Barre is 1,041.
What is the Total Female Population of Port Barre?
Total Female Population of Port Barre is 1,140.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Port Barre?
There are 91.32 Males per 100 Females in Port Barre.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Port Barre?
There are 109.51 Females per 100 Males in Port Barre.
What is the Median Population Age in Port Barre?
Median Population Age in Port Barre is 27.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Port Barre
Average Family Size in Port Barre is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Port Barre
Average Household Size in Port Barre is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Port Barre?
Per Capita income in Port Barre is $17,306.
What is the Median Family Income in Port Barre?
Median Family Income in Port Barre is $48,107.
What is the Median Household income in Port Barre?
Median Household Income in Port Barre is $37,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Port Barre?
Income or Wage Gap in Port Barre is 44.4%.
Women in Port Barre earn 55.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Port Barre?
Inequality or Gini Index in Port Barre is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Port Barre?
There are 870 People in the Labor Forcein in Port Barre.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Port Barre?
51.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Port Barre.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Port Barre?
Unemployment Rate in Port Barre is 7.1%.