City vs city
Houma, LA vs Baton Rouge, LA
| Houma | Baton Rouge | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,760 | 223,699 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -1.0% | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $207,900 | $224,500 |
| Median rent | $1,011 | $1,044 |
| Household income | $54,637 | $49,944 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 9.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 15% | 20% |
| 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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