Lake Providence Public RecordsLouisiana

Lake Providence, located in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana, had a 2020 population of approximately 3,240. About 53% are female and 47% male, with a median age of 36. The city is predominantly Black or African American (about 77%), while White residents make up around 19%, and other races, including Hispanic or Latino, account for 4%. Children under 18 comprise 27% of the population, and seniors 65 and older make up roughly 18%.

Transportation in Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, LA, is dominated by personal vehicles, with about 87% of workers commuting by car and less than 1% using public transportation (ACS 2022). The average one-way commute is approximately 16 minutes, below the U.S. average. Vehicle ownership rates are relatively high, though about 10% of households lack a vehicle. The city has limited public transit options and basic road infrastructure, with no major highways running directly through. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, and government offices, with most jobs concentrated within the town limits.

Lake Providence, the seat of East Carroll Parish, LA, has three public schools: Southside Elementary, Briarfield Academy (private), and General Trass High School, serving roughly 800 students combined. The high school graduation rate is 74%, while only about 8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (U.S. Census). Schools score below the state average on standardized tests. Adult education programs are limited, with some offerings through the Delta Community College extension. School safety ratings are average, with reported incidents slightly above the state mean. Educational programs focus on core academics, with limited advanced or enrichment options.

Lake Providence, in East Carroll Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of about 51%, with the median home value around $73,000, notably lower than the national average. Median gross rent is approximately $660 per month. Most housing consists of single-family homes and some small multi-unit buildings. Property values have remained fairly stable in recent years, showing minimal growth. Key neighborhoods include the downtown area and lakeside communities. Property taxes are relatively low, with the average annual property tax being about 0.3% of home value. Rental properties are widely available, reflecting the city's balanced owner-renter mix.

Lake Providence, in East Carroll Parish, LA, has limited healthcare options, with only one hospital, The Madison Parish Hospital, located 20 miles away, and a single local clinic, East Carroll Parish Health Unit. Most residents are Black (74%) or White (24%), with 39% living below the poverty line. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. The East Carroll Parish has a primary care physician ratio of 1:10,390, far above the state’s average. Approximately 16% of adults are uninsured, with Medicaid serving a significant portion due to high poverty and low private insurance coverage.