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Simmesport, Louisiana

town · Avoyelles Parish

At a glance

1,625
Population
$63,100
Median home value (all homes)
79% below U.S. median
$130,764
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$619/mo
Median rent
54% below U.S. median
$29,712
Median household income
62% below U.S. median
35.5 min
Average commute
77%
Homes with broadband
0%
Locations with fiber available
13.6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 81 — 19% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing62% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities16% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost18% above
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college39 mi
Nearest community college43 mi
Nearest technical college35 mi
High school graduates74.2%
College graduates3.4%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

region Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce is committed to improving the local business climate in the Alexandria/Pineville region, advocating for business interests, and supporting member businesses through events, referrals, and leadership development.
region Central Louisiana Economic Alliance
A regional economic development organization for Central Louisiana serving ten parishes, with a mission to grow the economy, champion people, and build on collective strengths to shape a region where individuals, businesses, and communities can prosper.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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