Sunset, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
3,026 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,684 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$530 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Landry Parish
7
Opelousas Urban Area
7
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Landry Parish
6
Opelousas Urban Area
6
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 51
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, LA State Senate District 24, LA State House District 40, LA
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Schools

Sunset Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Grand Coteau Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Beau Chene High School
4 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Opelousas School of Cosmetology
9 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Opelousas General Health System
10 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Alexandria International Airport
70 miles, N • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
72 miles, W • 1 star
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