Folsom, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
722 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,094 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$269,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$263 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$443 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
2
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro 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

St. Tammany Parish
3
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
3
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 49
Feb 6 0 53
Mar 6 0 58
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 4 0 58
Dec 5 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, LA State Senate District 12, LA State House District 74, LA
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Folsom Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Folsom Junior High School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lee Road Junior High School
8 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Enon Elementary School
9 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Browse all schools near Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area

Colleges

Delta College Inc
13 miles, S • 1 star
Southeastern Louisiana University
18 miles, W • 1.9 star
Browse all colleges near Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area

Hospitals

St Tammany Parish Hospital
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
Riverside Medical Center
14 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Browse all hospitals near Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area

Airports

Browse all airports near Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area