Welsh, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,323 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,709 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$403 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$660 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson Davis Parish
3
Lake Charles Metro Area
6
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson Davis Parish
3
Lake Charles Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 51
Feb 4 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 5 0 82
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, LA State Senate District 25, LA State House District 37, LA
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Schools

Welsh High School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Welsh Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Welsh-Roanoke Junior High School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lacassine High School
6 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

SOWELA Technical Community College
21 miles, W • 1.9 star
McNeese State University
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Jennings American Legion Hospital
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
26 miles, W • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
75 miles, W • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
77 miles, NE • 1 star
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