Central, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
29,603 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,081 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

East Baton Rouge Parish
6
Baton Rouge 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

East Baton Rouge Parish
8
Baton Rouge Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 5 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, LA State Senate District 6, LA State House District 65, LA
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Schools

Central Middle School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Central Intermediate School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Central High School
2 miles, S • 4.6 star
Central Private School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Denham Springs Beauty School
8 miles, SE • 1 star
Camelot College
8 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lane Regional Medical Center
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Alexandria International Airport
104 miles, NW • 1 star
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