City vs city
Ruston, LA vs Lake Charles, LA
| Ruston | Lake Charles | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,224 | 81,679 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.3% | -0.9% |
| Median home value | $226,700 | $204,000 |
| Median rent | $819 | $1,090 |
| Household income | $32,765 | $56,864 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% | 5.5% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 26% | 18% |
| 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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