Chatham, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
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
678 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$45,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$247 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$316 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson Parish
1
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

Jackson Parish
1
Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 5 0 64
May 5 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 5 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, LA State Senate District 35, LA State House District 13, LA
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Schools

Weston High School
10 miles, W • 3.7 star
West Ouachita High School
11 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Central Elementary School
13 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Pinecrest Elementary/Middle School
14 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Louisiana Tech University
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
Grambling State University
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Jackson Parish Hospital
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
18 miles, N • 3.2 star
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
22 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
28 miles, E • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
68 miles, SW • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
81 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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