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Louisiana
First
settled by 17th century French and Spanish explorers, Louisiana
is well known today for its multicultural heritage with a
flavorful mix of Cajun French, Louisiana Creole, African American
and French Canadian influences.
Louisiana
is divided into parishes (equivalent to state counties), with
Jefferson Parish the largest by population. Nearby New Orleans
is the state's largest metropolitan area.
Still
suffering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina
and the loss of thousands of homes and jobs, the good news
is that Louisiana is poised for an economic rebuilding boom
in the years ahead.
- Demographics
: (Louisiana
Census Data)
Major cities: Baton Rouge (capital), New Orleans
Population : 4,287,768
White : 64.1%
Black, African American : 33.1%
Hispanic : 2.8%
High school graduates : 74.8%
Bachelor's degree or higher : 18.7%
Average household income: $35,216
- Crime
: see
Louisiana
Crime Rates 1960 - 2005
- Cost
of Living: Louisiana's cost of living is 16.67% lower
than the U.S. average.
- Property
Taxes : Louisiana
Tax Climate - Combined
per capita FY 2002 equaled $502 making Louisiana 5th lowest
nationally in property tax collections.
- Housing
& Real Estate Overview :
Home ownership rate : 67.9%
Average home price: $136,600
Average travel time to work : 25 minutes
- Schools
: see
Louisiana
Department of Education
- Weather
: Although Louisiana winters are mild, during the summer
the general climate ranks among the hottest and most humid
locations in the U.S. Temperatures are somewhat cooler along
the Gulf Coast where thunderstorms are frequent, and hurricanes
- like the devasation caused by Katrina - are a constant
threat.
More
about relocating to Louisiana around the Web:
About
Louisiana
- The official state site offering demographic and census
data, links to education & government services, major
tourist attractions, chambers of commerce, history & culture,
weather facts.
Official
Baton Rouge Government Website - Facts & information
for residents, newcomers & visitors including government
services, taxes, maps & property information.
Louisiana
population & demographics data - Sperling's Best Places
- Detailed overview with data on cost of living, housing &
real estate, economy & education. Also searchable by city
or town.
Louisiana
City-Data Forums - Active discussions on pros and
cons of moving, housing & real estate, apartment renting,
and cost of living in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport,
Lafayette and other towns & cities throughout the state.
Louisiana
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