District 5A, Louisiana
District 5A profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5A is a geographic entity located in Concordia Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,053. The land area covers 128.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,053 | ±394 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs | ±17.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 676 | ±135 | 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 | 811 | ±153 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 676 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 | ±94 |
| Median Home Value | $73,400 | ±$14,994 |
| Median Gross Rent | $505 | ±$48 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $32,708 | ±$21,848 |
| Per Capita Income | $16,825 | ±$5,057 |
| Poverty Rate | 46.3% | ±15.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 950 | ±372 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.3% | ±12.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 446 | ±134 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96% | ±5.6% |
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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GUS Population: 17,797 (2024)
ID: 208182
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY-TREASURER
4001 CARTER ST, RM 1, VIDALIA LA 71373-3021
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Jonesville, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-12 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Ferriday, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Harrisonburg, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jonesville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Monterey, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CONCORDIA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1609 THIRD STREET, FERRIDAY, LA, 71334 |
(318) 757-3550
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CONCORDIA PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1609 THIRD STREET, FERRIDAY, LA, 71334 |
(318) 757-3550
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JONESVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 205 POND STREET, JONESVILLE, LA, 71343 |
(318) 339-7070
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CLAYTON BRANCH
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 31451 HWY. 15, CLAYTON, LA, 71326 |
(318) 757-6460
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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CATAHOULA PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 300 BUSHLEY STREET, HARRISONBURG, LA, 71340 |
(318) 744-5271
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VIDALIA BRANCH
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 408 TEXAS AVENUE, VIDALIA, LA, 71373 |
(318) 336-5043
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JUDGE GEORGE W. ARMSTRONG LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 220 SOUTH COMMERCE STREET, NATCHEZ, MS, 39120 |
(601) 445-8862
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WISNER BRANCH
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Library | 24.2 mi away | 129 FORT SCOTT STREET, WISNER, LA, 71378 |
(318) 724-7399
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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 JONESVILLE LOCKS, LA US, located 15.2 miles from District 5A. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.8° | 37.3° | 47.1° | 6.53" | 0.1" |
| February | 61.3° | 40.4° | 50.8° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.5° | 46.7° | 57.6° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.2° | 54.2° | 64.7° | 5.05" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.4° | 63.0° | 72.7° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.9° | 69.9° | 78.9° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.0° | 72.4° | 81.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.7° | 71.6° | 81.2° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.0° | 66.5° | 76.7° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.0° | 55.2° | 66.6° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.0° | 45.0° | 56.0° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.1° | 38.9° | 49.0° | 5.88" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferriday town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Ridgecrest town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Jonesville town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Wallace Ridge CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Clayton town | Town | 10.3 mi | — |
| Minorca CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2202994927. • 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.