State House District 72, LA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
44,130
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$44,879
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$133,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$368
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$667
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.6%
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 | 49 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 53 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 59 |
| Apr | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 81 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 51 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 62%Schools
St Helena College and Career Academy
3 miles, NW
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2.3
St Helena Early Learning Center
5 miles, NW
St Helena Arts and Technology Academy
5 miles, NW
•
1
Roseland Montessori
8 miles, SE
•
4.1
Colleges
Southeastern Louisiana University
23 miles, S
•
1.9
Compass Career College
26 miles, S
Denham Springs Beauty School
30 miles, SW
•
1
Southwest Mississippi Community College
34 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Helena Parish Hospital
3 miles, NW
Hood Memorial Hospital
9 miles, S
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Kentwood
9 miles, NE
Holy Spirit Comfort & Healing Centers Inc
10 miles, NE
Airports
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport-Ryan Field
37 miles, W
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1.4
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
62 miles, S
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3.7
Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport
88 miles, E
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1
Lafayette Regional Airport-Paul Fournet Field
92 miles, W
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1