District 1B, Louisiana
District 1B profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 1B is a geographic entity located in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,330. The land area covers 45.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,330 | ±483 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±11.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 965 | ±207 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,225 | ±235 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 965 | ±207 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 260 | ±91 |
| Median Home Value | $70,800 | ±$51,117 |
| Median Gross Rent | $529 | ±$433 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $32,210 | ±$10,452 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,462 | ±$3,622 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.5% | ±9.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 617 | ±260 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.5% | ±5.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 725 | ±203 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.3% | ±13.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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PARISH OF DESOTO
GUS Population: 27,274 (2024)
ID: 127794
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POLICE JURY PRESIDENT
101 FRANKLIN ST, MANSFIELD LA 71052-2046
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | JOAQUIN, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Logansport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Stonewall, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Stonewall, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Stonewall, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Stonewall, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Logansport, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | TENAHA, TX | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-17 | GRAND CANE, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Panola College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 1109 W Panola Street, Carthage, TX, 75633-2397 |
9036932000
|
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LOGANSPORT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 203 HWY 5, LOGANSPORT, LA, 71049 |
(318) 697-2311
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STONEWALL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 808 HIGHWAY 171, STONEWALL, LA, 71078 |
(318) 925-9191
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DESOTO PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 109 CROSBY STREET, MANSFIELD, LA, 71052 |
(318) 872-6100
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SAMMY BROWN LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 319 S MARKET ST, CARTHAGE, TX, 75633 |
(903) 693-6741
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FANNIE BROWN BOOTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 619 TENAHA ST, CENTER, TX, 75935 |
(936) 598-5522
|
Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MANSFIELD 4 NW, LA US, located 14.8 miles from District 1B. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.4° | 36.0° | 46.7° | 4.93" | 0.1" |
| February | 62.3° | 40.4° | 51.3° | 5.20" | 0.2" |
| March | 70.4° | 45.7° | 58.1° | 5.48" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.1° | 52.7° | 64.4° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.4° | 61.8° | 72.6° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.3° | 69.7° | 80.0° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.4° | 72.1° | 82.7° | 2.55" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.3° | 72.0° | 82.7° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.0° | 64.5° | 76.3° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.5° | 54.9° | 66.7° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.5° | 43.8° | 55.7° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.6° | 37.6° | 48.6° | 5.27" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longstreet village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Logansport town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Joaquin city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Keachi town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Stanley village | Village | 10.5 mi | — |
| Grand Cane village | Village | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2203194174. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.