State House District 35, 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 5/10
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
41,720 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,112 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$379 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$959 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 30, LA
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Schools

Gillis Elementary School
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
Moss Bluff Middle School
7 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Sam Houston High School
8 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

SOWELA Technical Community College
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
Stage One-The Hair School
15 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
20 miles, SW • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
58 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
75 miles, NE • 1 star
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