City vs city
Lake Charles, LA vs Lafayette, LA
| Lake Charles | Lafayette | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 81,679 | 121,537 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.9% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $204,000 | $251,300 |
| Median rent | $1,090 | $1,065 |
| Household income | $56,864 | $61,454 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% | 5.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 27% |
| State crime /100k | 2,324 | 2,324 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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