Abita Springs, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,669 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,411 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,040 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
2
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
2
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
3
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
3
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, LA State Senate District 12, LA State House District 74, LA
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Schools

Abita Springs Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Abita Springs Middle School
1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Delta College Inc
4 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Tammany Parish Hospital
6 miles, W • 4.1 star
Avala
6 miles, SW
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Airports

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