Best Places to Live in Oberlin, Louisiana

Oberlin, LA is a small town in the heart of south Louisiana. It's a friendly and welcoming community where people take pride in their culture of hospitality and southern charm. The town has a rural feel with plenty of open spaces, farmland, and wildlife to explore. There are several parks and conservation areas in the area, providing plenty of recreational opportunities for residents. Life here moves at a slower pace than the hustle and bustle of the big city life, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind after work or school. The locals enjoy going out for good food at local restaurants as well as attending cultural events like music festivals, art shows, and farmer’s markets. All in all, living in Oberlin can be quite an enjoyable experience with its laid-back atmosphere, diverse landscape, and friendly people.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Oberlin is 6.4% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Oberlin jobs have decreased by 0.6%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Oberlin's cost of living is 22.8% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Oberlin's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

April, October and March are the most pleasant months in Oberlin, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Allen parish remained overwhelmingly Republican, 77.2% to 21.5%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Oberlin's population is 1,524 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 16.4%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 28.3 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Oberlin is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 6.1%.

SCHOOLS

Oberlin public schools spend $11,236 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13 students per teacher in Oberlin. More Education

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Housing Market in Oberlin

It's a good time to buy in Oberlin. Home Appreciation is up 6.1% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Oberlin is .

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