Lake Arthur, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,599 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$77,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$311 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$453 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson Davis Parish
3
Lake Charles 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

Jefferson Davis Parish
3
Lake Charles Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 51
Feb 4 0 55
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 68
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 70
Nov 5 0 61
Dec 5 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 25, LA State House District 37, LA
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Schools

Lake Arthur Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Lake Arthur High School
1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Mermentau Elementary School
10 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

SOWELA Technical Community College
30 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Louisiana State University-Eunice
31 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Louisiana Academy of Beauty
33 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Jennings American Legion Hospital
11 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Acadia General Hospital
21 miles, E • 3.2 star
Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
33 miles, NW • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
81 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
86 miles, NE • 1 star
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