Prien, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 10/10
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
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
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
8,248 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,300 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,251 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calcasieu Parish
6
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

Calcasieu Parish
8
Lake Charles Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 74
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 6 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Schools

St John Elementary School
<1 miles, E 4.6 star
Alfred M Barbe High School
2 miles, NE 4.6 star
SJ Welsh Middle School
2 miles, E 4.6 star
AA Nelson Elementary School
3 miles, E 4.6 star

Colleges

McNeese State University
4 miles, E 1.9 star
Stage One-The Hair School
4 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital
3 miles, NE 3.2 star
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
6 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
4 miles, SE 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
47 miles, W 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
92 miles, NE 1 star