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

747

Population
Growth Rate

-0.46%

Median Age

47

Diversity Index

54.200

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26

Housing & Income

Households

333

Total Housing Units

435


Owner Occupied

212

Renter Occupied

121

Vacant

102

Median Home Value

$210,000


Average Home Value

$190,684

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.18%

Income Projection

Median Household

$35,208 $38,422


Average Household

$44,051 $51,570


Per Capita

$19,637 $22,959

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26

Workforce

Total Businesses

33

Total Employed

281

Workers 16+

226

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

9

Employed

191

2024 Public Administration

cp-industries

Businesses

6

Employed

33

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

1

Employed

15

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

1

Employed

15

2024 Other Service excl Pub Admin

cp-industries

Businesses

8

Employed

14

2024 Transportation / Warehouse

cp-industries

Businesses

3

Employed

12

Some
High School

28

Graduated
High School

369

Associates
Degree

0

Bachelor's
Degree

26

Graduate
Degree

13

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

166

Non-Resident Commuters

60

Drive Alone

179

Carpooled

0

Public

15

Work At Home

32

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
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