Lafayette, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
121,537 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,454 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$251,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$519 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$875 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.0% 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 5 0 51
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 68
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 5 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 23, LA State House District 45, LA
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Schools

Woodvale Elementary School
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Lafayette General Medical Center
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
University Hospital & Clinics
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Heart Hospital of Lafayette
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
72 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
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