Starks, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
300 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$16,331 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
51 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$133,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$410 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$192 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 75
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 30, LA State House District 32, LA
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Schools

Starks High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Deweyville El
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Deweyville Hs
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
Vinton Middle School
9 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lamar State College-Orange
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Stage One-The Hair School
28 miles, SE • 1 star
McNeese State University
28 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital
26 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital
27 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
29 miles, SE • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
33 miles, SW • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
97 miles, NE • 1 star
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