Ruston

Lincoln Parish, Louisiana

Population 48K |Median income $39,172 |2 hospitals

Population

48,174

Lincoln Parish

Median Income

$39,172

-42% vs avg

Median Home Value

$210,100

-8% vs avg

Median Age

28.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

48K+3%

Median Income

$39,172+10%

Median Home Value

$210,100+80%

Poverty Rate

31.2%+3%

Unemployment

3.8%-69%

Economics

Median Rent

$825/mo

Poverty Rate

31.2% +120% vs avg

Unemployment 3.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 36.2%

Work From Home 11.5%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 53.2%

African American 36.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.9%

Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

42.6%

Short Sleep Duration

42%

High Blood Pressure

38.9%

Physical Inactivity

30.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

21.7%

Binge Drinking

16.8%

Current Smoking

15.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.8%

Diabetes

13.5%

Current Asthma

10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.2%

Dental Visit 54.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.7%

Stroke

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NORTHERN LOUISIANA MEDICAL CENTER

RUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Ruston Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Ruston, LA? ▼

Ruston, LA has a population of 48,174 people, located in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Ruston? ▼

The median household income in Ruston, LA is $39,172 per year. The poverty rate is 31.2%.

What is the median home value in Ruston? ▼

The median home value in Ruston, LA is $210,100. Median rent is $825/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ruston? ▼

The top health indicators in Ruston include Obesity (42.6%), Short Sleep Duration (42%), High Blood Pressure (38.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Ruston? ▼

Ruston has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Ruston? ▼

The median age in Ruston, LA is 28.6 years. 36.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ruston, LA is located in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 48K and a median household income of $39,172, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ruston 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 (Lincoln 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.