Provencal, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
427 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$325 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$604 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Natchitoches Parish
6
Natchitoches Urban 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

Natchitoches Parish
8
Natchitoches Urban Area
8
Louisiana
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (29%) (68%) 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 47
Feb 5 0 51
Mar 5 0 58
Apr 4 0 65
May 5 0 74
Jun 5 0 80
Jul 4 0 83
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 5 0 66
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 6 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Natchitoches Central High School
8 miles, NE · 4.6star
NSU Middle Lab School
9 miles, NE · 5star
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Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Alexandria
50 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Sabine Medical Center
17 miles, W · 3.2star
Byrd Regional Hospital
36 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
66 miles, N · 1.4star
Monroe Regional Airport
90 miles, E · 1star
East Texas Regional Airport
102 miles, NW · 1star
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