Calcasieu County Public RecordsLouisiana

As of 2023, Calcasieu Parish, LA, has an estimated population of about 217,000. The median age is around 38 years. Females make up approximately 51% of the population. Racially, the parish is about 68% White, 24% Black or African American, 3% Asian, and 4% Hispanic or Latino. The remaining percentage includes Native American and those of two or more races.

Calcasieu Parish, LA, has over 60 public schools, including 11 high schools, serving approximately 30,000 students. About 84% of adults hold a high school diploma, and 20% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s graduation rate is around 86%. School safety initiatives include campus resource officers and anti-bullying programs. Calcasieu offers various educational programs, including STEM, dual enrollment, and career-technical education. In 2023, district schools averaged a B- (73) state performance score. Adult education centers provide GED and workforce training opportunities across the parish.

Calcasieu Parish, LA, had an employment rate of approximately 57.9% in 2022. Major industries include health care and social assistance (14.3%), retail trade (12.6%), and construction (11.4%). The largest occupation types are office and administrative support (12.8%) and sales (9.6%). About 88.5% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 22.4 minutes. Most residents work within Calcasieu Parish, while about 12% commute to neighboring parishes. Employment centers are Lake Charles and Sulphur.

Calcasieu Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of about 68%, with a median home value near $175,000 in 2023. The average monthly rent is approximately $950. Property values have increased roughly 7% year-over-year. Housing types range from historic single-family homes in Lake Charles to new developments and apartments. Popular neighborhoods include Graywood and South Lake Charles. Property taxes average 0.29% of home value, among the lowest in the U.S. The market remains affordable, though ongoing hurricane recovery affects supply and prices.

Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, has approximately 140,000 registered voters as of 2024. Voters participate in local, state, and federal elections, including primaries, general, and runoff elections. Major parties include Democrats and Republicans, with Republicans recently winning most local offices. Results in the 2020 presidential election favored Donald Trump at 68%. There are around 60 polling locations managed by the Calcasieu Parish Clerk of Court. Key ballot issues include disaster recovery and education funding. Election administration emphasizes secure processes with in-person and absentee voting options and compliance with Louisiana Secretary of State guidelines.

Calcasieu Parish, LA, in 2023 reported a crime rate of 39.6 per 1,000 residents, above the national average. Violent crime, including aggravated assaults, constituted about 13%, while property crimes like burglary and theft made up the majority, with over 3,000 incidents reported annually. The local sheriff’s office operates regular patrols, and residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity via the anonymous Crime Stoppers hotline. Recent data shows a slight year-over-year decrease in violent offenses but continued challenges in property crime prevention.