Epps, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
529 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,528 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
36.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$233 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$683 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

West Carroll Parish
5
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

West Carroll Parish
4
Louisiana
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (75%) 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 5 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 5 0 64
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 6 0 47

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Epps High School
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Delhi Charter School
9 miles, SW · 4.1star
Delhi High School
10 miles, SW · 3.7star
Delhi Middle School
10 miles, SW · 1.9star

Colleges

Hospitals

Richland Parish Hospital-Delhi
10 miles, SW · 3.2star
Richardson Medical Center
18 miles, W · 3.2star
West Carroll Memorial Hospital
19 miles, NE · 3.2star

Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
33 miles, W · 1star
Alexandria International Airport
108 miles, SW · 1star
Shreveport Regional Airport
137 miles, W · 1.4star