Albany Public RecordsLouisiana

Albany, located in Livingston Parish, LA, offers educational opportunities via Albany Lower, Upper, and Middle Schools, and Albany High School, serving over 1,800 students. Albany High School scores a 74 ("B" grade) in 2023 Louisiana school performance, with graduation rates above 85%. Only 13% of local adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Adult education is available through Livingston Parish Literacy & Technology Center nearby. The schools have strong safety protocols, with incident rates below state averages, and offer programs in athletics, STEM, and vocational training.

Albany, located in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, has limited in-town healthcare facilities, with residents primarily relying on nearby hospitals such as North Oaks Medical Center (330 beds) in Hammond and Our Lady of the Lake Livingston (24-bed ER) in Walker. Local clinics and family practices serve the town's 1,200+ residents. Livingston Parish reports a 12% uninsured rate, and major health concerns include obesity (40%), diabetes (13%), and hypertension. The patient demographic is predominantly White (89%), with 20% under 18 and 14% over 65. Access to primary care providers is approximately 1 per 3,000 residents, below the state average.

As of the 2020 Census, Albany city in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, had a population of 1,235. The age distribution was 25.9% under 18, 57.1% from 18 to 64, and 16.9% 65 or older. Gender was approximately 46% male and 54% female. Racially, Albany was 89.6% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 3.9% two or more races; Hispanic or Latino residents comprised about 3.7%.

Albany, located in Livingston Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of around 75%, with median home values near $180,000. Rental rates average $1,200 per month. The property market has seen 5% annual growth recently, reflecting regional demand. Housing typically consists of single-family homes and some mobile homes, spread across neighborhoods like Carter Hills. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.54% of assessed value. The community offers a suburban, family-friendly atmosphere with access to quality schools and amenities, making it attractive for both homeowners and renters.

In Albany, Livingston Parish, LA, over 93% of residents commute by car, with approximately 85% driving alone and 8% carpooling; public transit usage is negligible, under 0.5%. The mean commute time is around 32 minutes, higher than the national average. Most households own two vehicles, with ownership rates exceeding 95%. Transportation infrastructure primarily consists of US Highway 190 and nearby interstates like I-12. Major employment hubs are in Baton Rouge (30 miles west) and Hammond, contributing to significant daily outbound commuting. The area lacks local mass transit options, reflecting its rural-suburban character.