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Central, LA
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Population: 29,746
Home Price: $247,900
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Overview
Central is a small city in the state of Louisiana with a population of 29,746. Central has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(A) Excellent
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
30.9 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Central, LA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Central
Louisiana
United States
Per Capita Income
$37,649
$24,824
$32,693
Median Household Income
$83,947
$48,404
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
2.0%
7.0%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
18.0%
10.5%
Age
Central
Louisiana
United States
Median Age
38.5
39.1
42.3
Gender
Central
Louisiana
United States
Male
48.9%
48.9%
49.8%
Female
51.1%
51.1%
50.2%
Race
Central
Louisiana
United States
White
84.7%
62.6%
80.3%
Black or African American
8.3%
31.1%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.1%
0.8%
2.7%
Asian
0.9%
0.9%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.5%
1.2%
2.7%
Multiracial
5.5%
3.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Central
Louisiana
United States
Median Home Price
$247,900
$131,264
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$873
$591
$801
Family Households
58.7%
58.7%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
27.2%
27.2%
26.2%
Homeowners
90.2%
68.5%
72.9%
Renters
9.8%
31.5%
27.1%
Education
Central
Louisiana
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.1%
11.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
33.1%
33.1%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.0%
19.8%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
5.9%
6.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
20.9%
11.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Central
Louisiana
United States
Mathematics
82.0%
65.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
84.5%
71.3%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Central
Louisiana
United States
Murder
NA
6.3
3.0
Rape
NA
37.6
38.0
Robbery
NA
62.7
40.7
Assault
NA
426.1
188.5
Property Crime
Central
Louisiana
United States
Burglary
NA
635.4
336.1
Theft
NA
2353.4
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
165.4
167.1
Arson
NA
5.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Central, LA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
american cuisine
italian food
food truck
italian
liquor
cheese
poultry
crawfish
mac n cheese
sauces
breakfast burritos
authentic
cured meats
deli
lobster rolls
lobster
ice cream
chef
bbq
salmon
video games
country music
college football
football
nfl
college basketball
gaming
basketball
volleyball
baseball
teams
professional wrestling
fantasyscifihorror
fitness
athlete
coaches
bodybuilding
golfer
futbol
mlb
inspired by
pfp
digital artist
carrd pfp
wearable art
fine arts
arts education
creative
nature
imagery
fashion
nft
visual
mythology
graffiti
studio
animator
portraits
artistic
collection
video games
gaming
side hustle
anime
rpgs
fishing
apex valorant
fantasyscifihorror
exyahoo
pokemon
nerdy
dd
smalltime
niche
pokemon cards
fitness
bodybuilding
hiking
youtuber
books
sports
gaming
arts education
creative
arts
esports gaming
lifestyle
digital media
professional wrestling
journalism
fashion
commentary
special events
corporate
influencer
studio
djs
tv
booking
events weddings
sports
summer
arts
space
beach
nature
fishing
special events
winter
resort hotel
mountain
hiking
facilities
outdoors hiking
photography
pool
cycling
visitors
wildlife
camping
handmade
black friday
food truck
farmers market
gift shop
gas station
gift card
handma
deals
gamestop
vans
shelves empty
deli
hotels
walmart
purc
christmas shopping
reselling
jewelry
mall
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