State Senate District 28, 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
5/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
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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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
114,158
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$50,240
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$151,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$376
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$524
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2%
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 | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 80 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 82 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 59 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 51 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 70%Schools
Pine Prairie High School
2 miles, SE
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4.6
Bayou Chicot Elementary School
6 miles, E
•
4.1
Vidrine Elementary School
8 miles, S
•
4.6
Evangeline Central School
8 miles, S
•
2.3
Colleges
Louisiana Academy of Beauty
21 miles, S
•
1
Louisiana State University-Eunice
22 miles, S
•
1.4
Louisiana State University-Alexandria
26 miles, NE
•
1.9
Opelousas School of Cosmetology
29 miles, SE
•
1
Hospitals
Savoy Medical Center
11 miles, S
•
2.3
Oakdale Community Hospital
11 miles, NW
•
2.3
Mercy Regional Medical Center
14 miles, SE
•
5
Bunkie General Hospital
20 miles, E
Airports
Alexandria International Airport
37 miles, N
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1
Lafayette Regional Airport-Paul Fournet Field
50 miles, S
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1
Lake Charles Regional Airport
65 miles, SW
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1
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport-Ryan Field
80 miles, SE
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1.4