DeRidder, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
9,812 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,596 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$315 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beauregard Parish
2
DeRidder Urban Area
2
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Beauregard Parish
3
DeRidder Urban Area
3
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 49
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 4 0 58
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 6 0 58
Dec 6 0 51

Hazards

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 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 30, LA State House District 30, LA
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Schools

DeRidder Junior High School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Pine Wood Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
DeRidder High School
1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Academy of Hair Design-Jasper
42 miles, NW • 1 star
SOWELA Technical Community College
44 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Beauregard Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Byrd Regional Hospital
20 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
50 miles, S • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
55 miles, E • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
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