Opelousas, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
15,662 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,260 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$307 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Landry Parish
7
Opelousas Urban Area
7
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Landry Parish
6
Opelousas Urban Area
6
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 5 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 24, LA State House District 40, LA
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Schools

Opelousas Junior High School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
South Street Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
Apostolic Christian Academy
<1 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Opelousas School of Cosmetology
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
Louisiana Academy of Beauty
20 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Opelousas General Health System
1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Acadia St Landry
12 miles, SW
Mercy Regional Medical Center
16 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Alexandria International Airport
62 miles, N • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
74 miles, W • 1 star
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