State House District 48, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
45,561 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,627 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$440 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$694 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.3% 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 51
Feb 4 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 68
May 4 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 4 0 69
Nov 4 0 61
Dec 5 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 3%

Schools

Katharine Drexel Elementary School
4 miles, NW 4.6 star
St Martinville Junior High School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Broussard Middle School
4 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Lafayette
8 miles, NW 1.4 star
Remington College-Lafayette Campus
8 miles, NW 1.4 star
Infinity College
9 miles, NW

Hospitals

Heart Hospital of Lafayette
8 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
79 miles, NW 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
92 miles, N 1 star