Sun, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
491 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$180,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
2
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
2
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
3
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
3
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 50
Feb 6 0 53
Mar 6 0 60
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, LA State Senate District 12, LA State House District 74, LA
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Schools

Fifth Ward Junior High School
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Bens Ford Christian School
6 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Central Elementary School
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Delta College Inc
16 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Our Lady of the Angels Hospital
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Highland Community Hospital
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Tammany Parish Hospital
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

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