Elizabeth, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
437 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,955 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$66,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$380 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$638 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allen Parish
2
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

Allen Parish
2
Louisiana
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 49
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 4 0 60
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 5 0 68
Nov 6 0 59
Dec 6 0 51

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Elizabeth High School
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
Plainview High School
5 miles, NE · 3.7star
Oakdale Elementary School
9 miles, SE · 4.6star
Pitkin High School
9 miles, NW · 4.6star

Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
34 miles, NE · 1.4star
Louisiana Academy of Beauty
35 miles, S · 1star

Hospitals

Oakdale Community Hospital
10 miles, SE · 2.3star
Savoy Medical Center
28 miles, SE · 2.3star

Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
57 miles, SW · 1star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
96 miles, W · 1star