Columbia, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
337 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$618 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Caldwell Parish
4
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

Caldwell Parish
6
Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 46
Feb 6 0 50
Mar 5 0 57
Apr 5 0 64
May 5 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 66
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 6 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, LA State Senate District 32, LA State House District 20, LA
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Schools

Columbia Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 5 star
Union Central Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Caldwell Parish Junior High School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Inc
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Citizens Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Hardtner Medical Center
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Franklin Medical Center
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
28 miles, NE • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
60 miles, SW • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
105 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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