Calcasieu
Louisiana
211K
Population
$64K
Median Income
$193K
Median Home
R+35
Politics
Economy
Housing
Annual tax on median home: $886
Market Activity
Source: Zillow Research · Updated monthly
Quality of Life
Safety & Education
This county has a near-average violent crime rate. Violent crime rate: 4.0 per 1,000 residents (national avg ~4.0).
Education attainment: 31% of residents with a high school diploma also hold a 4-year degree.
Politics
R+35
2024 Presidential · Louisiana was R+20 statewide
vs Louisiana State
Real Estate
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Median home value: $193K
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Local News — Calcasieu
KPLC 7 News · 3 days ago
Authorities investigating possible drowning near Oberlin, Allen Parish Sheriff says
OBERLIN, La. (KPLC) - Authorities are investigating a possible drowning near Oberlin, Allen Parish S…
KPLC 7 News · 1 day ago
Lake Charles family files federal lawsuit after deputy shoots and kills dog in their yard
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A Lake Charles family is taking the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office to …
KPLC 7 News · 2 days ago
Starks woman killed in deadly Vinton crash
According to investigators, a Mazda CX-5 was traveling east on Niblett Bluff Road and approached La.…
KPLC 7 News · 2 days ago
SWLA Arrest Report - May 16, 2026
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for May 16, 2026. Jonah Matt…
Gator 99.5 · 17 hours ago
Vinyl Records Are Taking Over Lake Charles Again
KNGT | Lake Charles, LA — There was a time when people thought records were gone forever. Everything…
Gator 99.5 · 16 hours ago
He’s Back: Matt Mathews Bringing ‘Not What I Ordered’ Tour to Lake Charles in 2026
Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - Comedy fans in Southwest Louisiana are about to get another unforgettab…
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