Duson, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,369 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$24,330 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
56.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$57,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$302 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$553 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette Parish
5
Lafayette Metro Area
5
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette Parish
7
Lafayette Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 51
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 68
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 6 0 69
Nov 5 0 61
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 26, LA State House District 42, LA
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Schools

Duson Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Mire Elementary School
4 miles, N • 4.6 star
Charles M Burke Elementary School
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Cosmetology Training Center
8 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

University Hospital & Clinics
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Acadia General Hospital
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
Lafayette General Medical Center
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
62 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
78 miles, N • 1 star
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