Donaldsonville, 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
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
9/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- 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
6,792
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$24,160
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
56.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$175,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$449
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ascension Parish
5
Baton Rouge 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
Ascension Parish
7
Baton Rouge Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 | 0 | 51 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 55 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Jun | 8 | 0 | 80 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 6 | 0 | 82 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 78 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 54 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.
Liberal (62%) (36%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, LA State Senate District 2, LA State House District 58, LASchools
Donaldsonville High School
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Ascension Catholic Diocesan Regional School
<1 miles, NE
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3.7
Donaldsonville Primary School
1 miles, SE
Lowery Middle School
2 miles, NW
•
2.3
Colleges
River Parishes Community College
8 miles, NE
•
1.4
Fortis College-Baton Rouge
19 miles, N
•
1.4
Moore Career College
19 miles, N
ITI Technical College
19 miles, N
•
2.8
Hospitals
Prevost Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, W
St James Behavioral Health Hospital, Inc
8 miles, NE
Assumption Community Hospital
10 miles, SW
St James Parish Hospital
18 miles, SE
Airports
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport-Ryan Field
32 miles, N
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1.4
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
44 miles, SE
•
3.7
Lafayette Regional Airport-Paul Fournet Field
60 miles, NW
•
1
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
117 miles, E
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1