Springfield, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
565 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$404 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,417 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston Parish
5
Baton Rouge Metro 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

Livingston Parish
7
Baton Rouge Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (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 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Springfield Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 4.6star
Springfield High School
<1 miles, NW · 4.6star
Springfield Middle School
1 miles, W · 4.6star
Hammond Westside Montessori
5 miles, NE · 3.2star

Colleges

Denham Springs Beauty School
24 miles, NW · 1star

Hospitals

North Oaks Medical Center, Llc
6 miles, E · 2.3star

Airports