Ama, LA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,473
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,652
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$213,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$337
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$997
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.5%
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. Charles Parish
4
New Orleans-Metairie Metro Area
6
Louisiana
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Charles Parish
4
New Orleans-Metairie Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 56 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 77 |
| Jun | 8 | 0 | 82 |
| Jul | 7 | 0 | 83 |
| Aug | 6 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 54 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, LA State Senate District 19, LA State House District 56, LASchools
St Rose Elementary School
1 miles, N
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4.6
Albert Cammon Middle School
1 miles, N
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4.6
Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elem School
3 miles, E
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3.2
Live Oak Manor Elementary School
4 miles, E
•
4.1
Colleges
Healthcare Training Institute
4 miles, E
Herzing University-Kenner
5 miles, NE
•
1.9
John Jay Beauty College
6 miles, NE
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1
Unitech Training Academy-New Orleans
7 miles, E
Hospitals
St Charles Parish Hospital
5 miles, W
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4.1
River Oaks Hospital
6 miles, E
Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner
6 miles, NE
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4.1
Lake Pines Hospital
6 miles, NE
Airports
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
4 miles, NE
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3.7
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport-Ryan Field
65 miles, NW
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1.4
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
80 miles, E
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1
Lafayette Regional Airport-Paul Fournet Field
103 miles, NW
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1