Dodson, LA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
261
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$34,115
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$114,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$429
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$575
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Winn Parish
5
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
Winn Parish
3
Louisiana
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 46 |
| Feb | 5 | 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 20% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.
Liberal (20%) (78%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 84%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, LA State Senate District 29, LA State House District 13, LASchools
Dodson High School
<1 miles, S
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4.1
Winnfield Middle School
9 miles, S
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4.1
Winnfield High School
9 miles, S
•
4.6
Calvin High School
10 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
Grambling State University
31 miles, N
•
1.4
Louisiana Tech University
31 miles, NE
•
2.3
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
34 miles, W
•
1.9
Cloyd's Beauty School 1 Inc
43 miles, E
Hospitals
Winn Parish Medical Center
11 miles, S
•
2.3
Jackson Parish Hospital
12 miles, N
•
3.2
Hardtner Medical Center
27 miles, SE
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3.2
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
30 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Monroe Regional Airport
47 miles, E
•
1
Alexandria International Airport
52 miles, S
•
1
Shreveport Regional Airport
73 miles, NW
•
1.4
East Texas Regional Airport
122 miles, NW
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1