Total Population
734
Population
Growth Rate
-0.50%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
54.400
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
734
Population
Growth Rate
-0.50%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
54.400
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%
Median Household
$39,897 $41,704
Average Household
$46,580 $51,634
Per Capita
$21,259 $23,870
Total Businesses
31
Total Employed
252
Workers 16+
237
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
7
Employed
160
2025 Public Administration
Businesses
6
Employed
38
2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
1
Employed
15
2025 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
1
Employed
15
2025 Transportation / Warehouse
Businesses
4
Employed
14
2025 Other Service excl Pub Admin
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