Total Population
763
Population
Growth Rate
-0.53%
Median Age
44
Diversity Index
54.200
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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Total Population
763
Population
Growth Rate
-0.53%
Median Age
44
Diversity Index
54.200
Households
336
Owner Occupied
207
Renter Occupied
129
Vacant
105
Median Household
$28,651 $29,075
Average Household
$36,687 $39,090
Per Capita
$16,156 $17,256
Total Businesses
32
Total Employed
311
Workers 16+
242
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
8
Employed
187
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
6
Employed
49
2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
7
Employed
19
2023 Food & Beverage Retailers
Businesses
2
Employed
18
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
2
Employed
18
2023 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
1
Employed
15
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
163
Non-Resident Commuters
79
Drive Alone
217
Carpooled
4
Public
12
Work At Home
8