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Comprehensive Data Report

Lake Charles, LA

ZIP Code 70615

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Calcasieu County

Population
14,204
Median Income
$42,963
Home Value
$126,100
Livability
64/100
Total Population
14,204
Median Household Income
$42,963
Median Home Value
$126,100
Median Rent
$1,039

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 46/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
14,204 residents
Median Age
39.4 years
Safety Score
46/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
64
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
88/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
46/100
Education
22/100
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Employment
54/100
Housing
92/100
Weather
70/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Lake Charles, LA 70615

Coordinates: 30.2585°, -93.1146°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
80
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
51
Below avg
Transportation
95
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
93
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
80
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
2,075,291,000
Employment Rate
95.6%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
18.1%
Professional Services
10.8%
Retail Trade
10.1%
Manufacturing
8.9%
Education
8.7%
Total Employed
1,983,895,000
Total Unemployed
91,396,000
Unemployment Rate
4.4%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
39.4 years
Per Capita Income
$22,738
Poverty Rate
23.1%

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