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$122,248$67 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

981 W RAILROAD AVE

INDEPENDENCE, LA 70443
0
Baths
1,829 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$122K
$112K low$133K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$6,962 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$803
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,159
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,962
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,621

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTangipahoa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.24
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Independence Leadership AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.0 mi
M
Independence High Magnet SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Tangipahoa Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70443These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,163
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,433
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,635
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

981 W Railroad Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in Tangipahoa Parish County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Tangipahoa Parish County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Tangipahoa Parish County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Tangipahoa Parish County

What homes are worth in Independence 70443

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$40K$397K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Independence 70443.

How it measures up in Independence 70443

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 70443.

Estimated value$122,248
CheaperTypical $140,478Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$67
CheaperTypical $76Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,829 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,940 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size1.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.87 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 981 W Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 70443Tangipahoa Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,24841% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6737% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,829 ft²45% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.24 ac43% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than196628% of homes20% of homes

About 981 W Railroad Ave

How much is 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA is $122,248 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $111,796 to $132,700. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA?

981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA has 1,829 square feet of living space and a 1.24-acre lot.

When was 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA built?

981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old.

What schools serve 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA?

981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA is assigned to Independence Leadership Academy (elementary), rated D-; Independence High Magnet School (middle), rated F. All sit in Tangipahoa Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA compare to other homes in Independence 70443?

Among the 3,243 homes in Independence 70443, it is worth more than 41% of them ($122,248 against a typical $140,478), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($67 against a typical $76), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,829 ft² against a typical 1,940 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1.24 ac against a typical 1.87 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1966 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Tangipahoa Parish County, it is worth more than 27% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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