Lake Charles Metro Area, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
245,973 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,010 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$850 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 3 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 25, LA State House District 47, LA
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Schools

Grand Lake High School
2 miles, S • 4.6 star
MJ Kaufman Elementary School
8 miles, N • 4.1 star
Dolby Elementary School
9 miles, N • 4.6 star
AA Nelson Elementary School
9 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

McNeese State University
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
Stage One-The Hair School
11 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital
10 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
11 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
6 miles, N • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
50 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
97 miles, NE • 1 star
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