Morganza, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
601 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$275 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pointe Coupee Parish
6
Baton Rouge 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

Pointe Coupee Parish
3
Baton Rouge Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 49
Feb 6 0 53
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 6 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 1%

Schools

False River Academy
9 miles, SE 3.2 star
Rosenwald Elementary School
10 miles, SE 2.8 star

Colleges

Southern University and A & M College
28 miles, SE 1.9 star
Opelousas School of Cosmetology
32 miles, W 1 star

Hospitals

Lane Regional Medical Center
28 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Alexandria International Airport
70 miles, NW 1 star