DeQuincy, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
2,990 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,808 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calcasieu Parish
6
Lake Charles 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

Calcasieu Parish
8
Lake Charles Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 50
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 4 0 59
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 6 0 76
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 6 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 30, LA State House District 32, LA
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Schools

DeQuincy High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
DeQuincy Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
DeQuincy Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Stage One-The Hair School
22 miles, S • 1 star
McNeese State University
23 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
26 miles, S • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
49 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
81 miles, NE • 1 star
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