Melville

This town’s history and commerce are tied to the Atchafalaya River. Historically, the town made its fortune in river commerce and then as a crossing point for the railroad. This history has been lovingly preserved and remnants and photos of those early days can be found at the town’s grocery and hardware store, Cannatella's. This store has been in business for over 100 years serving authentic Italian sausage and muffulettas, a famous Louisiana deli sandwich made with Sicilian sesame bread, an olive tapenade, and cured Italian meats.

Biker enthusiasts and fans of the film Easy Rider can get to Melville by way of scenic Highway 105, where the memorable last scene of the film took place.

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Population

Total Population

734

Population
Growth Rate

-0.50%

Median Age

47

Diversity Index

54.400

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30

Housing & Income

Households

335

Total Housing Units

441


Owner Occupied

222

Renter Occupied

113

Vacant

106

Median Home Value

$228,125


Average Home Value

$193,761

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.34%

Income Projection

Median Household

$39,897 $41,704


Average Household

$46,580 $51,634


Per Capita

$21,259 $23,870

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30

Workforce

Total Businesses

31

Total Employed

252

Workers 16+

237

2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

7

Employed

160

2025 Public Administration

cp-industries

Businesses

6

Employed

38

2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

1

Employed

15

2025 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

1

Employed

15

2025 Transportation / Warehouse

cp-industries

Businesses

4

Employed

14

2025 Other Service excl Pub Admin

cp-industries

Businesses

6

Employed

11

Some
High School

28

Graduated
High School

303

Associates
Degree

0

Bachelor's
Degree

41

Graduate
Degree

13

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

151

Non-Resident Commuters

86

Drive Alone

136

Carpooled

53

Public

14

Work At Home

34

Source: ESRI, 2025-09-30