Alexandria Metro Area, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
150,593 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,492 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$384 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$673 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 47
Feb 5 0 51
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 4 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 6 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, LA State Senate District 29, LA State House District 26, LA
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Schools

Renaissance Home for Youth
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Hope Baptist School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
North Bayou Rapides Elementary
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Mabel Brasher Montessori
3 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rapides Regional Medical Center
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Alexandria International Airport
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Monroe Regional Airport
87 miles, NE • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
92 miles, SW • 1 star
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