Pollock, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
591 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,714 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$315 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$476 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grant Parish
4
Alexandria Metro 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

Grant Parish
4
Alexandria Metro Area
8
Louisiana
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (73%) 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 48
Feb 5 0 52
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 5 0 80
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 6 0 58
Dec 6 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Pollock Elementary School
3 miles, NE · 4.6star
Ball Elementary School
6 miles, S · 4.6star
Mary Goff Elementary School
6 miles, SW · 4.6star

Colleges

Louisiana College
12 miles, S · 2.3star
Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
15 miles, SW · 1.4star

Hospitals

Rapides Regional Medical Center
12 miles, SW · 2.3star

Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
74 miles, NE · 1star