West Monroe, LA
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West Monroe Overview
12,987
TOTAL POPULATION
6,009
MALE POPULATION
6,978
FEMALE POPULATION
86.11
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,593
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,553
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,129
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,328
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
West Monroe Area Codes
Race in West Monroe
The most populous races in West Monroe are White / Caucasian (6,632 | 51.1%), Black / African American (5,542 | 42.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (590 | 4.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 114 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 5,542 | 42.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 590 | 4.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 161 | 1.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,632 | 51.1% |
| Two or more Races | 192 | 1.5% |
| Some other Race | 344 | 2.6% |
| Total | 12,987 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in West Monroe
The most populous ancestries reported in West Monroe are English (1,146 | 8.8%), American (933 | 7.2%), Irish (854 | 6.6%), Central American (289 | 2.2%), and Mexican (261 | 2.0%), together accounting for 26.8% of all West Monroe residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 126 | 1.0% |
| American | 933 | 7.2% |
| Apache | 11 | 0.1% |
| British | 50 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 17 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 289 | 2.2% |
| Central American Indian | 92 | 0.7% |
| Choctaw | 12 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 27 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,146 | 8.8% |
| European | 196 | 1.5% |
| Finnish | 13 | 0.1% |
| French | 252 | 1.9% |
| French Canadian | 41 | 0.3% |
| German | 236 | 1.8% |
| Greek | 32 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 208 | 1.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 94 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 854 | 6.6% |
| Italian | 132 | 1.0% |
| Mexican | 261 | 2.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 35 | 0.3% |
| Panamanian | 46 | 0.4% |
| Portuguese | 6 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 30 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 123 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 179 | 1.4% |
| Slavic | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 30 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 126 | 1.0% |
| Welsh | 184 | 1.4% | View All 35 Rows |
Immigrants in West Monroe
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Monroe came from Latin America (254 | 2.0%), Central America (220 | 1.7%), Honduras (149 | 1.1%), Asia (50 | 0.4%), and Eastern Asia (38 | 0.3%), together accounting for 5.5% of all West Monroe residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 50 | 0.4% |
| Belize | 8 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 34 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 220 | 1.7% |
| China | 30 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 38 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 23 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 23 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 149 | 1.1% |
| India | 6 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 8 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 254 | 2.0% |
| Mexico | 28 | 0.2% |
| Nicaragua | 35 | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 23 | 0.2% |
| South America | 34 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 6 | 0.1% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in West Monroe
Sex and Age in West Monroe
The most populous age groups in West Monroe are 25 to 29 Years (555 | 9.2%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (726 | 10.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 248 (4.1%) | 548 (7.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 407 (6.8%) | 425 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 351 (5.8%) | 359 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 532 (8.8%) | 329 (4.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 450 (7.5%) | 360 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 555 (9.2%) | 592 (8.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 523 (8.7%) | 726 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 309 (5.1%) | 378 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 553 (9.2%) | 445 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 464 (7.7%) | 429 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 271 (4.5%) | 321 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 274 (4.6%) | 306 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 344 (5.7%) | 352 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 225 (3.7%) | 318 (4.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 158 (2.6%) | 182 (2.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 187 (3.1%) | 434 (6.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 42 (0.7%) | 305 (4.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 116 (1.9%) | 169 (2.4%) |
| Total | 6,009 (100.0%) | 6,978 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in West Monroe
Median Family Size in West Monroe
The median family size in West Monroe is 3.06 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,598 | 54.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (326 | 11.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,598 (54.0%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 326 (11.0%) | 2.71 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,036 (35.0%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 2,960 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in West Monroe
The median household size in West Monroe is 2.44 persons per household, with single male/father households (326 | 6.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.34 persons per household. non-family households (2,193 | 42.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,598 (31.0%) | 3.22 |
| Single Male/Father | 326 (6.3%) | 3.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,036 (20.1%) | 3.32 |
| Non-family | 2,193 (42.6%) | 1.33 |
| Total Households | 5,153 (100.0%) | 2.44 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Monroe
Out of a total of 5,153 households in West Monroe, 2,960 (57.4%) are family households, while 2,193 (42.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,393, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,748.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,748 (33.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,393 (27.0%) | 399 (7.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 675 (13.1%) | 46 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 489 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 287 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 63 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 53 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,960 (57.4%) | 2,193 (42.6%) |
Female Fertility in West Monroe
Fertility by Age in West Monroe
Average fertility rate in West Monroe is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 94.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 11 (5.7%) | 33.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 181 (94.3%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 192 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Monroe
13.5% of women with births (192) in West Monroe are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 85.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (14.4%) | 155 (85.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26 (13.5%) | 166 (86.5%) |
Fertility by Education in West Monroe
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 22 (11.5%) | 41.0 |
| High School Diploma | 95 (49.5%) | 104.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (3.6%) | 7.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 68 (35.4%) | 117.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 192 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Monroe
86.5% of women with births in West Monroe are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (27.9%) | 49 (72.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26 (13.5%) | 166 (86.5%) |
Income in West Monroe
Income Overview in West Monroe
Per Capita Income in West Monroe is $25,593, while median incomes of families and households are $59,553 and $47,129 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 12,987 | $25,593 |
| Median Family Income | 2,960 | $59,553 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,960 | $66,090 |
| Median Household Income | 5,153 | $47,129 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,153 | $59,240 |
| Income Deficit | 2,960 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,987 | 37.41% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,987 | 62.59¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 12,987 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in West Monroe
Average Earnings in West Monroe are $34,430, $42,483 for men and $26,592 for women, a difference of 37.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,353 (53.0%) | $42,483 |
| Female | 2,977 (47.0%) | $26,592 |
| Total | 6,330 (100.0%) | $34,430 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Monroe
The most common earnings brackets in West Monroe are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (380 | 11.3%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (277 | 9.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 103 (3.1%) | 228 (7.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 106 (3.2%) | 97 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 28 (0.8%) | 180 (6.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 91 (2.7%) | 121 (4.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 144 (4.3%) | 129 (4.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 106 (3.2%) | 182 (6.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 51 (1.5%) | 167 (5.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 118 (3.5%) | 57 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 57 (1.7%) | 97 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 143 (4.3%) | 121 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 231 (6.9%) | 236 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 213 (6.4%) | 227 (7.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 211 (6.3%) | 164 (5.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 166 (5.0%) | 103 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 311 (9.3%) | 277 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 145 (4.3%) | 51 (1.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 380 (11.3%) | 197 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 268 (8.0%) | 184 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 197 (5.9%) | 72 (2.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 284 (8.5%) | 87 (2.9%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,977 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Monroe
Average earnings in West Monroe are $45,962 for men and $31,017 for women, a difference of 32.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,111, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,697, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,348.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,745 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $35,333 | $21,348 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,614 | $33,058 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,500 | $36,284 |
| Graduate Degree | $59,111 | $62,697 |
| Total | $45,962 | $31,017 |
Family Income in West Monroe
Family Income Brackets in West Monroe
According to the West Monroe family income data, there are 716 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 53 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 249 | 8.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 284 | 9.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 130 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 278 | 9.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 287 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 716 | 24.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 411 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 364 | 12.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 186 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 53 | 1.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Monroe
2-person families (1,579 | 53.3%) account for the highest median family income in West Monroe with $67,106 per family, while 2-person families (1,579 | 53.3%) have the highest median income of $33,553 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,579 (53.3%) | $67,106 |
| 3-Person Families | 699 (23.6%) | $56,013 |
| 4-Person Families | 337 (11.4%) | $64,154 |
| 5-Person Families | 239 (8.1%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 53 (1.8%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 53 (1.8%) | $18,565 |
| Total | 2,960 (100.0%) | $59,553 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Monroe
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 697 (23.5%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 951 (32.1%) | $47,552 |
| 2 Earners | 1,157 (39.1%) | $73,380 |
| 3+ Earners | 155 (5.2%) | $77,644 |
| Total | 2,960 (100.0%) | $59,553 |
Household Income in West Monroe
Household Income Brackets in West Monroe
With 1,041 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in West Monroe, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 82 households (1.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 613 | 11.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 438 | 8.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 386 | 7.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 618 | 12.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 587 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,041 | 20.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 567 | 11.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 587 | 11.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 227 | 4.4% |
| $200,000+ | 82 | 1.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in West Monroe
The median household income in West Monroe is $47,129, with the highest median household income of $56,528 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,729 households (33.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,000, with 232 households (4.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 232 (4.5%) | $40,000 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,905 (37.0%) | $46,156 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,729 (33.6%) | $56,528 |
| 65+ Years | 1,287 (25.0%) | $46,302 |
| Total | 5,153 (100.0%) | $47,129 |
Poverty in West Monroe
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Monroe
With 24.9% poverty level for males and 31.2% for females among the residents of West Monroe, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 108 males (61.4%) and 11 females (68.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 95 (40.3%) | 149 (27.2%) |
| 5 Years | 57 (52.8%) | 35 (28.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 229 (43.4%) | 211 (47.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 15 (12.3%) | 83 (38.6%) |
| 15 Years | 52 (33.1%) | 11 (68.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 108 (61.4%) | 87 (53.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 186 (29.7%) | 226 (44.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 211 (20.0%) | 434 (32.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 183 (21.9%) | 325 (39.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 53 (7.2%) | 180 (24.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 155 (25.5%) | 200 (30.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (12.7%) | 113 (23.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (23.1%) | 109 (12.5%) |
| Total | 1,467 (24.9%) | 2,163 (31.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Monroe
According to the poverty statistics in West Monroe, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.8% of males and 87.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 141 (59.8%) | 399 (72.8%) |
| 5 Years | 51 (47.2%) | 90 (72.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 299 (56.6%) | 233 (52.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 107 (87.7%) | 132 (61.4%) |
| 15 Years | 105 (66.9%) | 5 (31.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 68 (38.6%) | 75 (46.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 440 (70.3%) | 284 (55.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 845 (80.0%) | 884 (67.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 654 (78.1%) | 496 (60.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 682 (92.8%) | 570 (76.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 454 (74.6%) | 455 (69.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 323 (87.3%) | 379 (77.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 253 (76.9%) | 761 (87.5%) |
| Total | 4,422 (75.1%) | 4,763 (68.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Monroe
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Monroe show that 7.3% or 117 of the total 1,598 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.6%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 924 (94.9%) | 50 (5.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 484 (96.4%) | 18 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 73 (68.2%) | 34 (31.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,481 (92.7%) | 117 (7.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Monroe
According to the poverty data in West Monroe, 7.7% or 25 single-father households and 50.1% or 519 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (22.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 200 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 25 (22.9%) | 45 (12.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 274 (58.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 200 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (7.7%) | 519 (50.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Monroe
The poverty data for West Monroe shows that 117 of the married-couple family households (7.3%) and 544 of the single-parent households (39.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 200 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 50 (5.1%) | 70 (14.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 18 (3.6%) | 274 (39.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 34 (31.8%) | 200 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (7.3%) | 544 (39.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in West Monroe
Employment by Class of Employer in West Monroe
Among the 5,769 employed individuals in West Monroe, private company employees (4,219 | 73.1%), not-for-profit organizations (436 | 7.6%), and local government employees (354 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,219 | 73.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 170 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 352 | 6.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 436 | 7.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 354 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 145 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 93 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,769 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in West Monroe
According to the labor force statistics for West Monroe, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,476), 60.4% or 6,328 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 411 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.2% or 666 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.2% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 229 (33.3%) | 44 (19.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 666 (82.2%) | 69 (10.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 810 (70.6%) | 32 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,019 (81.6%) | 69 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,346 (79.9%) | 87 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,178 (79.3%) | 32 (2.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 275 (47.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 458 (65.8%) | 58 (12.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 227 (25.7%) | 18 (7.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 119 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,328 (60.4%) | 411 (6.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Monroe
According to labor force statistics for West Monroe, 74.3% of individuals (5,084) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,842) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 280 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 84.9% or 1,262 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.1% or 215 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 557 (62.1%) | 32 (3.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,638 (70.8%) | 303 (13.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,628 (75.9%) | 60 (2.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,262 (84.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,084 (74.3%) | 376 (5.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in West Monroe
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Monroe are Community & Social Service (605 | 10.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (354 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (327 | 5.5%), Management (280 | 4.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (208 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Monroe, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (87.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (57.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (78.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 116 (41.4%) | 164 (58.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (24.2%) | 91 (75.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 100 (57.5%) | 74 (42.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 17 (46.0%) | 20 (54.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 65 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 18 (25.0%) | 54 (75.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 237 (39.2%) | 368 (60.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 45 (21.6%) | 163 (78.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 134 (41.0%) | 193 (59.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 58 (87.9%) | 8 (12.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 76 (21.5%) | 278 (78.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 49 (32.0%) | 104 (68.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 558 (36.4%) | 975 (63.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in West Monroe are Food Preparation & Serving (465 | 7.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (248 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (200 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (196 | 3.3%), and Healthcare Support (191 | 3.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in West Monroe, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (65.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (59.8%), and Security & Protection (59.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (94.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (59.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 118 (59.0%) | 82 (41.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 79 (65.8%) | 41 (34.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 39 (48.7%) | 41 (51.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 278 (59.8%) | 187 (40.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 100 (40.3%) | 148 (59.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 10 (5.1%) | 186 (94.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 506 (38.9%) | 794 (61.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Monroe are Sales & Related (805 | 13.6%), and Office & Administration (538 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 425 (52.8%) | 380 (47.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 204 (37.9%) | 334 (62.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 629 (46.8%) | 714 (53.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Monroe are Construction & Extraction (438 | 7.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (240 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 438 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 179 (74.6%) | 61 (25.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 617 (91.0%) | 61 (9.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Monroe are Production (391 | 6.6%), Material Moving (371 | 6.3%), and Transportation (302 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 343 (87.7%) | 48 (12.3%) |
| Transportation | 270 (89.4%) | 32 (10.6%) |
| Material Moving | 289 (77.9%) | 82 (22.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 902 (84.8%) | 162 (15.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in West Monroe
Employment Industries in West Monroe
The major employment industries in West Monroe include Health Care & Social Assistance (909 | 15.4%), Retail Trade (860 | 14.5%), Educational Services (506 | 8.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (474 | 8.0%), and Construction (459 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Monroe
The West Monroe industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.9%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (80.4%), and Finance & Insurance (69.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 459 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 315 (73.1%) | 116 (26.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 205 (91.1%) | 20 (8.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 427 (49.6%) | 433 (50.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 278 (80.3%) | 68 (19.7%) |
| Utilities | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 89 (59.3%) | 61 (40.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 47 (30.5%) | 107 (69.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 37 (46.8%) | 42 (53.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 183 (65.1%) | 98 (34.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 228 (61.3%) | 144 (38.7%) |
| Educational Services | 170 (33.6%) | 336 (66.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 146 (16.1%) | 763 (83.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 38 (19.6%) | 156 (80.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 251 (52.9%) | 223 (47.0%) |
| Public Administration | 59 (40.4%) | 87 (59.6%) |
| Total | 3,212 (54.3%) | 2,706 (45.7%) |
Education in West Monroe
School Enrollment in West Monroe
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,915 students in West Monroe are high school (649 | 22.3%), elementary school (598 | 20.5%), and middle school (536 | 18.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 241 | 8.3% |
| Kindergarten | 197 | 6.8% |
| Elementary School | 598 | 20.5% |
| Middle School | 536 | 18.4% |
| High School | 649 | 22.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 529 | 18.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 165 | 5.7% |
| Total | 2,915 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Monroe
Out of a total of 2,915 students who are enrolled in schools in West Monroe, 324 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,591 (88.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 69 (37.3% 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 406 (98.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 131 (94.2%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 758 (96.8%) | 25 (3.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 643 (92.6%) | 51 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 406 (98.5%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 116 (62.7%) | 69 (37.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 186 (71.5%) | 74 (28.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 266 (77.1%) | 79 (22.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 86 (88.7%) | 11 (11.3%) |
| Total | 2,591 (88.9%) | 324 (11.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Monroe
Business (467 | 21.3%), science & technology (436 | 19.9%), education (310 | 14.1%), arts & humanities (180 | 8.2%), and liberal arts & history (171 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,191 individuals in West Monroe who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 54 | 2.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 155 | 7.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 95 | 4.3% |
| Psychology | 92 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 35 | 1.6% |
| Engineering | 45 | 2.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 436 | 19.9% |
| Business | 467 | 21.3% |
| Education | 310 | 14.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 83 | 3.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 171 | 7.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 50 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 18 | 0.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 180 | 8.2% |
| Total | 2,191 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in West Monroe
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Monroe
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Monroe are males with 2 vehicles (1,328, accounting for 42.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,061, making up 51.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 152 (4.8%) | 67 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,115 (35.5%) | 905 (34.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,328 (42.3%) | 1,061 (40.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 359 (11.4%) | 393 (15.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 139 (4.4%) | 134 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 49 (1.6%) | 41 (1.6%) |
| Total | 3,142 (100.0%) | 2,601 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in West Monroe
The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Monroe are 10 to 14 minutes (1,700 commuters, 30.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,490 commuters, 26.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (658 commuters, 11.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 160 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 658 | 11.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,700 | 30.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,490 | 26.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 654 | 11.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 108 | 1.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 330 | 5.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 55 | 1.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 66 | 1.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 117 | 2.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 190 | 3.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 23 | 0.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in West Monroe
The most common commute times in West Monroe are 10 to 14 minutes (868 commuters, 28.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (832 commuters, 33.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 57 (1.9%) | 103 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 322 (10.5%) | 336 (13.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 868 (28.3%) | 832 (33.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 773 (25.2%) | 717 (28.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 375 (12.2%) | 279 (11.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 90 (2.9%) | 18 (0.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 222 (7.2%) | 108 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 55 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 44 (1.4%) | 22 (0.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 (2.8%) | 31 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 154 (5.0%) | 36 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 18 (0.6%) | 5 (0.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Monroe
The most frequent times of departure to work in West Monroe are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (460, 15.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (500, 20.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 294 (9.6%) | 52 (2.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 243 (7.9%) | 68 (2.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 298 (9.7%) | 122 (4.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 275 (9.0%) | 183 (7.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 272 (8.9%) | 204 (8.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 460 (15.0%) | 475 (19.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 394 (12.9%) | 500 (20.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 164 (5.3%) | 198 (8.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 164 (5.3%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 40 (1.3%) | 133 (5.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 118 (3.8%) | 55 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (2.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 106 (3.5%) | 270 (10.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 236 (7.7%) | 162 (6.5%) |
| Total | 3,064 (100.0%) | 2,487 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in West Monroe
Occupancy by Ownership in West Monroe
Of the total 5,153 dwellings in West Monroe, owner-occupied units account for 2,172 (42.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,981 (57.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,172 | 42.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,981 | 57.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,153 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in West Monroe
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,748 | 33.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,792 | 34.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 721 | 14.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 892 | 17.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,153 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Monroe
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 704 (40.3%) | 1,044 (59.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 949 (53.0%) | 843 (47.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 276 (38.3%) | 445 (61.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 243 (27.2%) | 649 (72.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,172 (42.1%) | 2,981 (57.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Monroe
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 138 (21.8%) | 494 (78.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 552 (39.9%) | 833 (60.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 797 (42.2%) | 1,092 (57.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 685 (54.9%) | 562 (45.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Monroe
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,328 | 25.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 809 | 15.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 969 | 18.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 760 | 14.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 556 | 10.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 562 | 10.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 169 | 3.3% |
| Total | 5,153 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in West Monroe
Median Income by Occupancy in West Monroe
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,172 (42.1%) | $59,725 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,981 (57.9%) | $36,065 |
| Average | 5,153 (100.0%) | $47,129 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Monroe
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 95 (4.4%) | 393 (13.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 26 (1.2%) | 101 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 89 (4.1%) | 349 (11.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 79 (3.6%) | 175 (5.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 62 (2.9%) | 70 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 255 (11.7%) | 365 (12.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 286 (13.2%) | 300 (10.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 504 (23.2%) | 539 (18.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 289 (13.3%) | 277 (9.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 276 (12.7%) | 313 (10.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 211 (9.7%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| Total | 2,172 (100.0%) | 2,981 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Monroe
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 246 (11.3%) | 58 (1.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 640 (29.5%) | 264 (8.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 395 (18.2%) | 1,094 (36.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 198 (9.1%) | 610 (20.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 437 (20.1%) | 639 (21.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 139 (6.4%) | 30 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 21 (1.0%) | 44 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 11 (0.5%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| $3,000 or more | 85 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,172 (100.0%) | 2,981 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in West Monroe
Housing Structures in West Monroe
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,263 | 63.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 93 | 1.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 226 | 4.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 382 | 7.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 407 | 7.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 441 | 8.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 341 | 6.6% |
| Total | 5,153 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Monroe
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,938 (59.4%) | 1,325 (40.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 44 (47.3%) | 49 (52.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 4 (1.8%) | 222 (98.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 382 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 407 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (3.8%) | 424 (96.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 169 (49.6%) | 172 (50.4%) |
| Total | 2,172 (42.1%) | 2,981 (57.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Monroe
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 187 (6.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 51 (2.4%) | 426 (14.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 599 (27.6%) | 1,457 (48.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,181 (54.4%) | 787 (26.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 341 (15.7%) | 124 (4.2%) |
| Total | 2,172 (100.0%) | 2,981 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Monroe
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,164 (53.6%) | 602 (20.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 6 (0.3%) | 38 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 961 (44.2%) | 2,314 (77.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 41 (1.9%) | 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%) | 27 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,172 (100.0%) | 2,981 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in West Monroe
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 132 (6.1%) | 441 (14.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 752 (34.6%) | 1,427 (47.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 904 (41.6%) | 868 (29.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 384 (17.7%) | 245 (8.2%) |
| Total | 2,172 (100.0%) | 2,981 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in West Monroe
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Monroe
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,085 | 1,087 |
| Median Property Value | $165,200 | $163,200 |
| Median Household Income | $55,884 | $66 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $393 | $34 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $393 | $44 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Monroe
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 81 (7.5%) | 79 (7.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 236 (21.7%) | 103 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 685 (63.1%) | 824 (75.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 66 (6.1%) | 34 (3.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 17 (1.6%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| Total | 1,085 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Monroe
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 64 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 159 (14.6%) | 57 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 173 (15.9%) | 71 (6.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 95 (8.8%) | 82 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 272 (25.1%) | 191 (17.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 110 (10.1%) | 232 (21.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 67 (6.2%) | 179 (16.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 145 (13.4%) | 209 (19.2%) |
| Total | 1,085 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Monroe
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 492 (45.4%) | 66,490 (6,116.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 92 (8.5%) | 475 (43.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 96 (8.8%) | 233 (21.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 378 (34.8%) | 87 (8.0%) |
| Total | 1,085 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Monroe
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 678 (62.5%) | 23 (2.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 296 (27.3%) | 779 (71.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 58 (5.3%) | 191 (17.6%) |
| Total | 1,085 (100.0%) | 1,087 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in West Monroe
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Monroe
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,029 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,894 (94.7%) | 106 (5.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 904 (78.2%) | 252 (21.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,972 (90.7%) | 202 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,439 (86.8%) | 219 (13.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,212 (81.6%) | 273 (18.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,190 (94.2%) | 74 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 854 (99.1%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,199 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,693 (91.2%) | 1,134 (8.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Monroe
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,029 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,894 (94.7%) | 106 (5.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 904 (78.2%) | 252 (21.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Monroe
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,810 (98.2%) | 52 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,296 (85.0%) | 405 (15.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,375 (86.0%) | 388 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,750 (95.2%) | 89 (4.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,232 (91.8%) | 200 (8.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Monroe
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 672 (65.3%) | 447 (43.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,450 (72.5%) | 619 (30.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 361 (31.2%) | 619 (53.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 882 (40.6%) | 1,155 (53.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 685 (41.3%) | 814 (49.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 388 (26.1%) | 871 (58.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 580 (45.9%) | 644 (50.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 845 (98.0%) | 557 (64.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,199 (100.0%) | 901 (75.1%) |
| Total | 7,062 (55.1%) | 6,627 (51.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Monroe
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 84 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 189 (11.2%) | 96 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 349 (16.0%) | 406 (18.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 148 (40.0%) | 178 (36.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 229 (69.6%) | 314 (36.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Monroe
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 39 (1.8%) | 80 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (26.0%) | 57 (11.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (29.5%) | 63 (7.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.8%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (2.9%) | 118 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (10.0%) | 35 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 89 (27.1%) | 54 (6.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 146 (8.7%) | 72 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 113 (5.2%) | 178 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (10.0%) | 42 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (20.7%) | 95 (10.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 61 (3.6%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 194 (8.9%) | 301 (13.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 99 (26.8%) | 137 (27.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 147 (44.7%) | 206 (23.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (1.4%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (3.5%) | 155 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 67 (18.1%) | 86 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (14.3%) | 43 (4.9%) |
Technology Access in West Monroe
Computing Device Access in West Monroe
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,923 | 56.7% |
| Smartphone | 4,380 | 85.0% |
| Tablet | 2,679 | 52.0% |
| No Computing Device | 536 | 10.4% |
| Total | 5,153 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in West Monroe
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 36 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 2,670 | 51.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 977 | 19.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 275 | 5.3% |
| No Internet | 1,275 | 24.7% |
| Total | 5,153 | 100.0% |
West Monroe Summary
History
The area now known as West Monroe, Louisiana was first inhabited by the Native American Choctaw tribe. The Choctaw were a peaceful people who lived off the land and were known for their hospitality. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the town of West Monroe was officially founded in 1838. The town was named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States.
West Monroe quickly grew into a bustling town, and by the mid-1800s, it was a major hub for the cotton and timber industries. The town was also home to several churches, schools, and businesses.
In the late 1800s, West Monroe experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The town was home to several banks, a cotton gin, a sawmill, and a variety of other businesses. The town also had a thriving cultural scene, with several theaters, music halls, and other entertainment venues.
In the early 1900s, West Monroe experienced a period of decline. The cotton and timber industries had moved away, and the town’s population began to decline. However, the town was able to survive and eventually began to experience a period of growth and revitalization in the mid-1900s.
In the 1950s, West Monroe experienced a period of rapid growth and development. The town was home to several new businesses, including a shopping mall, a movie theater, and a variety of other businesses. The town also experienced a period of population growth, as many people moved to the area to take advantage of the new job opportunities.
Today, West Monroe is a thriving community with a population of over 13,000 people. The town is home to several businesses, including a variety of restaurants, shops, and other businesses. The town is also home to several parks, museums, and other attractions.
Geography
West Monroe is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, in the northern part of the state. The town is situated on the banks of the Ouachita River, and is bordered by the cities of Monroe and Ruston. The town is located approximately 25 miles from the state capital of Baton Rouge.
West Monroe has a total area of 8.3 square miles, with a population density of 1,567 people per square mile. The town is located at an elevation of approximately 200 feet above sea level.
The climate in West Monroe is classified as humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer months is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter months is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
West Monroe’s economy is largely based on the service industry, with many businesses providing services to the local community. The town is home to several banks, restaurants, and other businesses. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a furniture factory.
West Monroe is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Louisiana at Monroe and Louisiana Delta Community College. The town is also home to several hospitals and medical centers, including St. Francis Medical Center and Glenwood Regional Medical Center.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, West Monroe had a population of 13,099 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median household income in West Monroe was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income in West Monroe was $20,845. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of West Monroe?
Total Population of West Monroe is 12,987.
What is the Total Male Population of West Monroe?
Total Male Population of West Monroe is 6,009.
What is the Total Female Population of West Monroe?
Total Female Population of West Monroe is 6,978.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Monroe?
There are 86.11 Males per 100 Females in West Monroe.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Monroe?
There are 116.13 Females per 100 Males in West Monroe.
What is the Median Population Age in West Monroe?
Median Population Age in West Monroe is 35.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Monroe
Average Family Size in West Monroe is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Monroe
Average Household Size in West Monroe is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Monroe?
Per Capita income in West Monroe is $25,593.
What is the Median Family Income in West Monroe?
Median Family Income in West Monroe is $59,553.
What is the Median Household income in West Monroe?
Median Household Income in West Monroe is $47,129.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Monroe?
Income or Wage Gap in West Monroe is 37.4%.
Women in West Monroe earn 62.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Monroe?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Monroe is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Monroe?
There are 6,328 People in the Labor Forcein in West Monroe.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Monroe?
60.4% of People are in the Labor Force in West Monroe.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Monroe?
Unemployment Rate in West Monroe is 6.5%.