State House District 46, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
43,217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,016 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$317 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 0 54
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 4 0 60
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 17, LA
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Schools

Krotz Springs Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Cecilia High School
8 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Cecilia Junior High School
8 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Opelousas School of Cosmetology
18 miles, NW • 1 star
Infinity College
20 miles, SW
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
21 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Opelousas General Health System
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Alexandria International Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
88 miles, W • 1 star
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