Bastrop

Morehouse Parish, Louisiana

Population 25K |Median income $39,454 |2 hospitals

Population

24,551

Morehouse Parish

Median Income

$39,454

-42% vs avg

Median Home Value

$118,800

-48% vs avg

Median Age

40.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

25K-11%

Median Income

$39,454+38%

Median Home Value

$118,800+59%

Poverty Rate

29.3%+11%

Unemployment

9.4%-12%

Economics

Median Rent

$839/mo

Poverty Rate

29.3% +106% vs avg

Unemployment 9.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 13.8%

Work From Home 4.1%

Public Transit 0%

Population

African American 48.4%

White 47.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%

Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

52.6%

Obesity

44.8%

Short Sleep Duration

44.5%

Physical Inactivity

38.7%

Current Smoking

23%

Frequent Mental Distress

21%

Diabetes

20.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

18.8%

Binge Drinking

14%

Current Asthma

11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.2%

Dental Visit 47%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

10.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

10%

Stroke

6.2%

Alerts & News — Bastrop Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bastrop, LA? ▼

Bastrop, LA has a population of 24,551 people, located in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Bastrop? ▼

The median household income in Bastrop, LA is $39,454 per year. The poverty rate is 29.3%.

What is the median home value in Bastrop? ▼

The median home value in Bastrop, LA is $118,800. Median rent is $839/month.

What are the top health concerns in Bastrop? ▼

The top health indicators in Bastrop include High Blood Pressure (52.6%), Obesity (44.8%), Short Sleep Duration (44.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Bastrop? ▼

Bastrop has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Bastrop? ▼

The median age in Bastrop, LA is 40.4 years. 13.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bastrop, LA is located in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 25K and a median household income of $39,454, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bastrop area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Morehouse Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.