Baker, LA

Louisiana · East Baton Rouge Parish · Baton Rouge Metro

Baker is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 12,322. Residents earn $59,451 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

12,322 Population 1,462/sq mi density

$59,451 Median Income $26,519 per capita

$146,700 Home Value $176,371 Zillow

$1,031 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent

69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr

385 Violent Crime/100K 2,462 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$59,451 median income, 9.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$146,700 home value, $1,031/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

385 violent crimes/100K (1% above avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

20.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $59,451

21% lower than US avg

Home Value $146,700

48% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 385/100K

1% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.2%

40% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,031

11% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.5%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.8%

172% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.0%

29% higher than US avg

How Baker Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,322

Median Age32.4 yrs

Density1,462/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 11%

Veterans4.4%

Economy

C+

Median Income$59,451

Per Capita$26,519

Unemployment9.8%

Poverty16.0%

County GDP$47,132M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$146,700

Rent$1,031

Ownership69.6%

Zillow$176,371

Housing Units5,058

Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

Violent385/100K

Property2,462/100K

Murder7.6/100K

Assault272/100K

Burglary340/100K

Health

Obesity43.5%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking19.1%

Depression24.5%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain61.9 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation81 ft (25 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.2%

High School+88.1%

Graduate+6.5%

School Score4.44

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%

Commute25 min

Broadband87.6%

EV Stations3

Libraries15

Is Baker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baker receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Baker has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baker is $59,451, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baker is $146,700, 48% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,031 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 385 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,462 per 100,000, 26% above the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Baker enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Baker has a population of 12,322 with a density of 1,462 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56% female and 44% male. The city is predominantly Black (86.7%), with 11% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 17.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,322

Total Population

1,462

People / sq mi

32.4yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

8.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%

Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Baker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.5%

96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baker is $59,451, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,519 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,284. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19,119 business establishments, including 1,171 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 3.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Baker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,451
	21% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,519
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,284
IRS Avg AGI	$84,344
Gini Index	0.512 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.8%
	172% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.0%
	29% above US avg
Establishments (County)	19,119
County GDP	$47,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,171
Healthcare	1,465
Retail	1,732
Manufacturing	301

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,486
	28% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.2 min
Drive Alone	87.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Baker is $146,700, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,371, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 111% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,031 (11% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,058 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,486 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$146,700
	48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$176,371
Median List Price	$103,725

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$103,725
$/Sq Ft	$148
Homes Sold	9
Sale-to-List Ratio	111.0%
Price Drops	29.4%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,031
	11% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,078
Rent Burden	29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$763
1 Bedroom	$832
2 Bedrooms	$1,007
3 Bedrooms	$1,298
4 Bedrooms	$1,508

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	69.6%
Owner-Occupied	69.6%
Renter-Occupied	30.4%
Housing Units	5,058
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,486
	28% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.06%

In Baker, 43.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 47.4% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153. The dentist ratio is 1:1,337. 96.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Baker vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.5%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	17.6%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	47.4%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	5.2%
Stroke	5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.1%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	31.9%
Depression	24.5%
Mental Distress	21.1%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	48.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,153
Dentists	1:1,337
Mental Health	1:211
Checkup Rate	83.5%
Dental Visits	52.7%
Premature Death	12,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	96.1%
Healthcare Facilities	1,465

Baker has a violent crime rate of 385 per 100,000 residents, 1% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 271.9 per 100,000, robbery at 60.4, rape at 45.3. The murder rate is 7.6 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,462 per 100,000, 26% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,047, burglary at 340, vehicle theft at 76 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 90 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Baker receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Baker vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	385.2/100K
	1% above US avg
Murder	7.6/100K
	20% above US avg
Rape	45.3/100K
Robbery	60.4/100K
Assault	271.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,462.2/100K
	26% above US avg
Burglary	339.9/100K
Theft	2,046.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	75.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	90
Traffic Accidents	962
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Baker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 81 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	68.5°F
	27% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	81 ft (25 m)
Area	8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density	1,462/sq mi
Coordinates	30.5832°N, 91.1582°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	East Baton Rouge Parish County
Nearest Airport	Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field (LFT) 56 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.9"

63% above US avg

Snowfall 0.2"

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.06"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.82"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0413 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	7.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.70 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.14 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	98.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	66.4 / 100
Community Resilience	59.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	39 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	112 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	34 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	215 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	128 km
2020	Delta	Category 2	176 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	148 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	203 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	146 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	78 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	236 km
2005	Katrina	Category 4	153 km
2005	Rita	Category 3	263 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	185 km
2002	Lili	Category 3	127 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	216 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	196 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	53 km
1988	Florence	Category 1	222 km
1985	Elena	Category 3	131 km
1985	Danny	Category 1	162 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

582 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 37 fatalities, 905 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983	EF4	84 km	0
Jan 10, 1975	EF4	89 km	9
Dec 28, 2024	EF3	93 km	0
Apr 10, 2021	EF3	77 km	1
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	72 km	0
Feb 7, 2017	EF3	25 km	0
Feb 23, 2016	EF3	66 km	0
Aug 25, 1992	EF3	89 km	2
Oct 14, 1984	EF3	8 km	0
May 20, 1983	EF3	83 km	0
Feb 9, 1983	EF3	100 km	0
Dec 13, 1977	EF3	68 km	0
Apr 21, 1977	EF3	82 km	1
Oct 29, 1974	EF3	98 km	0
Apr 26, 1973	EF3	12 km	0
Feb 29, 1972	EF3	22 km	0
Sep 16, 1971	EF3	19 km	0
Mar 17, 1970	EF3	99 km	0
Dec 25, 1969	EF3	54 km	0
Apr 12, 1969	EF3	49 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,768 ac, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2013	UNNAMED	4,768	84 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB51	4,411	92 km
2014	UNNAMED	4,022	76 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18	3,826	95 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25	3,676	92 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,666	81 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB24	2,458	84 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48	2,394	84 km
2024	HOMOCHITTO BB28 SUB3 RX	2,279	76 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,229	79 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB25	2,183	84 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 21	2,182	92 km
2022	UNNAMED	2,143	93 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,111	88 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,071	89 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB 21 AND BBHB	2,021	92 km
2021	HOMOCHITTO BB26	2,008	79 km
2013	UNNAMED	1,995	97 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB 46	1,925	93 km
2021	HOMOCHITTO - CPT 42 SUB 4 AND 5	1,908	88 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	52°F (11°C)	5.9 in	Coldest
February	53°F (12°C)	5.4 in
March	60°F (16°C)	5.4 in
April	67°F (19°C)	5.5 in
May	74°F (23°C)	5.3 in
June	80°F (26°C)	5.0 in
July	83°F (28°C)	6.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	81°F (27°C)	5.8 in
September	77°F (25°C)	4.9 in
October	67°F (20°C)	3.8 in	Driest
November	59°F (15°C)	4.5 in
December	52°F (11°C)	5.7 in

Baker has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 52°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (3.8").

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Baker is located in East Baton Rouge Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 20.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.5% of the vote, a 11.1-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 1,465 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%

D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	90
Traffic Accidents	962
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.2%
	40% below US avg
High School+	88.1%
Graduate Degree+	6.5%
School Test Score	4.44

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,462/sq mi
Total Area	8.3 sq mi
County	East Baton Rouge Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	87.6%
Avg Download Speed	165.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	50.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	1,465
Restaurants	1,171
Retail Stores	1,732

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.2 min
Drive Alone	87.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Average costs for common services in Baker. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit	$309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit	$176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling	$221 ($132–$353)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement	$265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement	$176 ($88–$309)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair	$353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install	$6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair	$882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement	$7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense	$4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation	$441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation	$2,205 ($882–$4,410)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$132 ($66–$221)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread	$3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb)	$0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$132)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$66)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$176 ($88–$353)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$621
Toddler	$606
Preschool	$594
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$577
Toddler	$577
Preschool	$577

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in East Baton Rouge Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	43,899	2,164	$63,099	1.13
Construction	30,414	1,537	$92,129	2.14
Retail Trade	24,532	2,088	$38,865	0.91
Accommodation & Food Services	22,360	1,403	$22,376	0.91
Professional & Technical Services	19,275	3,368	$97,522	1.02
Administrative & Waste Services	17,207	1,369	$55,591	1.08
Finance & Insurance	11,145	1,156	$94,665	1.01
Manufacturing	10,851	471	$100,434	0.49
Wholesale Trade	8,952	1,125	$87,759	0.84
Transportation & Warehousing	7,585	484	$70,044	0.66
Other Services	7,156	1,444	$50,777	0.88
Educational Services	4,668	325	$49,017	0.83
Management of Companies	4,072	226	$120,333	0.89
Arts & Entertainment	3,969	254	$30,209	0.87
Real Estate	3,691	816	$57,582	0.88
Utilities	1,092	31	$111,587	1.06
Mining & Oil/Gas	260	52	$135,885	0.25
Agriculture & Forestry	45	16	$42,636	0.02

Schools in Baker

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Advantage Charter Academy (Charter)	Elementary	509	20	25.5:1
Impact Charter School (Charter)	Elementary	442	26	17.0:1
Baker High School	High	408	23	17.7:1
Baker Heights Elementary School	Elementary	401	18	22.3:1
Brownfields Elementary School	Elementary	250	18	13.9:1
Baker Middle School	Middle	176	11	16.0:1
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School	Elementary	124	8	15.5:1
White Hills Elementary School	Elementary	119	6	19.8:1

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Radio Stations near Baker

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
101.5 WYNK	country	AAC
WYNK-HD2 Downtown Radio 97.7 FM - Baton Rouge, LA	60's & 70's, early 80s	AAC
89.3 WRKF	public radio	MP3 32 kbps
WHYR 96.9 FM – Baton Rouge Community Radio	community radio, local talk and music	MP3 128 kbps
102.5 WFMF	pop, top 40	AAC
KBRH AM 1260	blues, r&b	MP3 128 kbps
WJBO Newsradio 1150 AM & 97.7 FM	news, talk	AAC

National Parks Near Baker

8 national parks and monuments found near Baker.

Park	Type	Fee
Bayou Segnette State Park	State Park	Free
Cypremort Point State Park-wlf Field Off	State Park	Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park	State Park	Free
Natchez National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Palmetto Island State Park	State Park	Free
Percy Quinn State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Park	State Park	Free
Tickfaw State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Baker

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	13,616	$41,610
2015	13,492	$37,727
2017	13,341	$44,509
2019	13,116	$53,082
2021	12,434	$55,371
2023	12,132	$59,451

Museums in Baker

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LOUISIANA ARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	100 S RIVER RD	2253445272	$2,472,020
KNOCK KNOCK CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	2561 CITIPLACE CT STE 750-260	2253883090	$640,461
FOUNDATION FOR HISTORICAL LOUISIANA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253872464	$410,038
MCKINLEY HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1520 THOMAS H DELPIT DRIVE	2253834866	$207,171
RURAL LIFE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2257652437	$189,917
HILLTOP ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257676916	$185,489
OLD STATE CAPITOL FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253420500	$158,425
WEST FELICIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11757 FERDINAND ST	2256356330	$113,729
BATON ROUGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2253831470	$107,070
WEST BATON ROUGE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253362422	$66,490
LOUISIANA PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1165 S FOSTER DRIVE	2259300936	$63,578
REPUBLIC OF WEST FLORIDA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION AND MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 1000		$18,687
LOUISIANA BLACK HISTORY HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$15,019
ODELL S WILLIAMS NOW AND THEN AFRICAN AMERICAN	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253434431	$5,943
ZACHARY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2256540122	$823
BREC'S BATON ROUGE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	3601 THOMAS RD	2257753877
CARTE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2347 CHRISTIAN STREET	2253876119
CITY CLUB FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253875767
COHN ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257751006
ENCHANTED MANSION - A DOLL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
GREATER BATON ROUGE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	3601 THOMAS ROAD	2257753877
HISTORIC POPLAR GROVE COMMUNITY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253443913
HISTORIC SPANISH TOWN CIVIC ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 3282
INSOMKNEEACKS PEXCHO'S AMERICAN DIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2259352824
IRENE W. PENNINGTON PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	100 S RIVER RD
LOUISIANA HIGH SCHOOL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2252965882
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY OFFICERS	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	119 FOSTER HALL	2255782855
LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY HERBARIUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2255783202
LSU AGCENTER BOTANIC GARDENS AT BURDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	4560 ESSEN LANE
LSU HERBARIUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	LIFE SCIENCES ANX BLDG A257	2255788564
LSU HILLTOP ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257676916
LSU MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2253897200
LSU RURAL LIFE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2257652437
LSU RURAL LIFE MUSEUM-WINDRUSH GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257652437
LSU UNION ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
MAGNOLIA MOUND PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043434955
MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2255782855
MUSEUM OF WORLD MECHANICAL HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL HANSEN'S DISEASE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
OLD STATE-CAPITAL ASSOCIATES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	100 NORTH BOULEVARD	2253420500
ROBERT A BOGAN BATON ROUGE FIRE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2259251835
SHAW CENTER FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		2253897171
USS KIDD	GENERAL MUSEUM	305 RIVER RD N	2253421942
VETERANS MUSEUM PLAZA AND CONVENTION CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Baker

Name	Address	Annual Visits
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH	7711 GOODWOOD BOULEVARD	2,573,654
WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH	830 NORTH ALEXANDER AVENUE	90,123
WEST FELICIANA PARISH LIBRARY	5114 BURNETT RD	45,039

Farmers Markets in Baker

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brooks Farm Market
City of Zachary Farmers Market	1650 Mt. Pleasant				Visit
Grow Baton Rouge Farmers Market	4000 Gus Young Ave	05/19/2018 to 10/20/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Livingston Farmers Market
Red Stick Farmers Market - Tuesday Seasonal	7711 Goodwood Boulevard	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Red Stick Farmers Market - Saturday Downtown Year Round	501 Main Street	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Red Stick Farmers Market - Thursday Year Round	6400 Perkins Road	01/14/2016 to 12/22/2016	Thu: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Red Stick Mobile Farmers Market - Wednesday North Baton Rouge	7717 Howell Boulevard	05/01/2019 to 07/31/2019	Wed: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
St. Francisville Farmers Market	Wilcox Street	01/03/2013 to 12/19/2013	Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Breweries in Baker

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
B & M Graphics & Window Films	auto body paint & repair, mergers & acquisitions, allied metal services, Auto Part Manufacturers, gr	13789 Airline Hwy	2252751993	Visit
Big Heads Tavern	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, Restaurant, breweries & brew	1051 Millerville Rd	2252758181	Visit
Chucks Lounge	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, Addis, LA, Restaurants & Bars, Bar	7922 1st St	2.26E+09
Mr G's Tavern	Baton Rouge, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, LA, Restaurants & Bars, B	10070 Florida Blvd	2252724749	Visit
Sammy's Grill	Cajun / Creole Restaurant, Brewery	8635 Highland Rd	2257669600	Visit
Tin Roof Brewing Company	Brewery	1624 Wyoming St	2253777022	Visit

Nursing Homes in Baker

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NORTHRIDGE CARE CENTER 3612 BAKER BLVD	For profit - Corporation	132	97	2/5	—	3/5	4/5	2257780573

Pharmacies in Baker

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 5321	252 MAIN STREET	225-778-1843
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1102	14507 PLANK ROAD	225-774-2047

Cell Towers in Baker

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(West Baton Rouge) 7601 ROSEDALE RD	TOWER	230
138 W Irene Road (004026 / Irene)	TOWER	153
157 Highway 68 (62891)	GTOWER	152
6275 COMMERCE ST (76652)	GTOWER	126
(St. Francisville) 6275 COMMERCE ST	GTOWER	126
(St. Francisville) 6275 COMMERCE ST	GTOWER	126
1241 LYNELLE LANE (76477)	GTOWER	126
4129 Hwy 67 (76654)	GTOWER	99
3675 POPE RD (62817)	GTOWER	95
4966 Island Road (79267)	LTOWER	93
(Deerford site) 14190 Peairs Road	TOWER	93
9888 Joor Road	TOWER	79
164 Graves St. (85348)	LTOWER	78
10439 ROSEDALE RD (62858)	GTOWER	74
(Bueche site) 8053 Rosehill Drive	TOWER	69
317 Highway 64 (81463)	MTOWER	64
1718 LOBDELL HIGHWAY	TOWER	61
17777 Perkins Rd (62825)	LTOWER	59
7615 HIGHWAY 1 (62860)	MTOWER	50
4932 South River Road	TOWER	47

Fire Stations in Baker

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City of Baker Fire Department	3190 WASHINGTON ST	Mostly volunteer			225-775-3712

Bridges in Baker

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	1,241	64,059	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	363	32,092	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	1,241	32,092	F
Slab	Concrete	1977	100	22,663	F
Slab	Concrete	1988	240	19,515	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	166	16,910	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	222	16,910	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1979	120	16,910	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	240	15,812	F
Slab	Concrete	1992	340	15,087	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	120	13,964	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	165	9,721	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	122	9,721	P
Slab	Concrete	1957	80	7,620	G
Slab	Concrete	1957	120	6,448	F
Slab	Concrete	1996	228	3,691	F
Slab	Concrete	2016	100	3,175	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	201	2,522	F
Slab	Concrete	1975	57	2,520	P
Slab	Concrete	1970	190	2,210	P
Slab	Concrete	1970	154	2,125	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1965	77	2,080	P
Slab	Concrete	2001	114	2,047	G
Culvert	Concrete	2020	22	1,994	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1960	116	1,636	P
Slab	Concrete	2016	60	994	G
Slab	Concrete	2017	60	994	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1960	95	973	P
Slab	Concrete	2017	80	737	G
Slab	Concrete	1967	39	500	P
Culvert	Concrete	2003	21	100	G

Correctional Facilities in Baker

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
EAST BATON ROUGE PRISON	2867 BRIG. GENERAL ISAAC SMITH AVE	COUNTY	1,594	1,690	OPEN
JETSON CENTER FOR YOUTH	15200 OLD SCENIC HWY	STATE		-999	CLOSED

Superfund Sites Near Baker

15 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BIG CAJUN 2 POWER PLANT	9951 CAJUN II RD	POINTE COUPEE
DSM COPOLYMER INC - ADDIS FACILITY	9263 SOUTH LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 1	WEST BATON ROUGE
ENTERGY GSI LOUISIANA STATION 1	482 GSU RD	EAST BATON ROUGE
EXXONMOBIL BATON ROUGE CHEMICAL PLANT	4999 SCENIC HIGHWAY	EAST BATON ROUGE
EXXONMOBIL BATON ROUGE REFINERY	4045 SCENIC HIGHWAY	EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
GEORGIA-PACIFIC CONSUMER OPERATIONS LLC - PORT HUDSON OPERATIONS	1000 W MT PLEASANT RD	EAST BATON ROUGE
GEORGIA-PACIFIC CONSUMER OPERATIONS LLC - PORT HUDSON OPERATIONS	1000 W MT PLEASANT RD	EAST BATON ROUGE
GEORGIA-PACIFIC CONSUMER OPERATIONS LLC - PORT HUDSON OPERATIONS	1000 W MT PLEASANT RD	EAST BATON ROUGE
GREAT LAKES CARBON LLC/BATON ROUGE CALCINED COKE PLANT	W BROOKLAWN DRIVE	EAST BATON ROUGE
HOOD CONTAINER OF LOUISIANA LLC - SAINT FRANCISVILLE MILL	2105 LA-964	WEST FELICIANA PARISH
LOUISIANA GENERATING LLC - BIG CAJUN 1 POWER PLANT (STEAM)	7807 RIVER ROAD	POINTE COUPEE
PORT ALLEN REFINERY	1940 LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 1 NORTH	WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH

Airports Near Baker

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Acadiana Regional Airport	ARA	Medium Airport
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport	BTR	Medium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field	MCB	Medium Airport
Ace Flying Airport	—	Small Airport
Angola Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Annison Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Batchelor Airport	—	Small Airport
Bordelon Airpark	—	Small Airport
Brian's Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cal Mire Field	—	Small Airport
Capozzoli Airport	—	Small Airport
Castille Field	—	Small Airport
Chitimacha Air Park	—	Small Airport
Clark Field	—	Small Airport
Cool Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Cora Texas Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Country Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Country Breeze Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosby Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Double H Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
False River Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Feliciana Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fred Netterville Lumber Company / Wilkinson Community Airport	—	Small Airport
Gary Landing Strip Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Gerald's Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hanks Airport	—	Small Airport
Howell 1 Airport	—	Small Airport
Hurst Airport	—	Small Airport
Innis Airport	—	Small Airport
Juneau Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
La Pointe Airport	—	Small Airport
Le Blanc Field	—	Small Airport
Le Maire Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Louisiana Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Magnolia Airpark	—	Small Airport
Majors Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mc Gehee Air Park	—	Small Airport
McCutcheon Field	—	Small Airport
Morgan Field	—	Small Airport
Nauga Field	—	Small Airport
Omni Airport	—	Small Airport
Overton Private Airport	—	Small Airport
PK Field	—	Small Airport
Plane Crazy Airport	—	Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Promised Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Rebel Field	—	Small Airport
Richard's Airport	—	Small Airport
Sara Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Baker

27 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	Airline Highway
Addis Police Department
Baker Police Headquarters	1320 Alabama Street
Baton Rouge Police Department
Baton Rouge Police Department	9000 Airline Highway
Baton Rouge Police Department
Baton Rouge Police Department - Recruiting
Baton Rouge Police Department - Traffic Bureau
Baton Rouge Police Department First District
Baton Rouge Police Department Fourth District
Baton Rouge Police Department Third District
Brusly Police Department
Denham Springs Police Department	447 Lamm Street
District 2 Station	2265 Highland Road
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
Kleinpeter Substation	14431 Airline Highway
Louisiana State Police Headquarters
Louisiana State Police Headquarters
Louisiana State University Police
Port Allen Police Department
Port Allen Police Department
Saint Francesville Police	11924 Ferdinand Street
Slaughter Police Department
Troop A	17801 Highland Road
West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office
Zachary Police Department - Records Clerk

Grocery Stores in Baker

27 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Benny's Carwash Baker Llc 12	Convenience Store	938 Main St
Big Boy Food Mart	Convenience Store	5288 Lavey Ln
Brittnys Seafood #2	Other	14860 Plank Rd
C & H Mart	Convenience Store	310 Main St
Canamro	Convenience Store	3102 Main St
Circle K Stores Inc 2707647	Convenience Store	14689 Plank Rd
Crown Food Mart	Convenience Store	4016 Groom Rd
CVS PHARMACY INC 5321	Other	1214 Main St
Desire Seafood	Other	413 Cypress Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 0741	Other	14438 Plank Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 4119	Other	250 Main St
Dollar Tree 5333	Other	328 Main St
Dollartree 6260	Other	6416 Groom Rd
Family Dollar 749	Other	810 Main St
Keep Moving Food Mart 1	Convenience Store	6890 Kent Dr
Murphy Express 8776	Convenience Store	10634 Scenic Hwy
Murphy USA 7056	Convenience Store	14503 Plank Rd
Nada Food Mart	Convenience Store	2650 Thomas Rd
Ragusa Meat Market	Grocery Store	5240 Groom Rd
Rose's Express 672	Other	250 Main St
S & Y Grocery	Convenience Store	10823 Scenic Hwy
SCOTLAND MONEY MART	Convenience Store	10888 Scotland Ave
Scotlandville Convenience Store	Convenience Store	1375 Rosenwald Rd
Shoppers Value Foods 5526	Supermarket	280 Main St
Triple A	Convenience Store	469 Elmer Ave
Walgreens 13875	Other	6485 Groom Rd
Walmart 1102	Super Store	14507 PLANK RD

Post Offices in Baker

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Baker Post Office

Treatment Centers in Baker

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Baton Rouge Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Baton Rouge Treatment Center LLC	Substance Abuse	225-932-9867
Beacon Behavioral Outpatient - Baton Rouge	Both	225-810-4719
Capital Area Human Services - Capital Area Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	225-922-3169
Clear Minds Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	225-612-8656
Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge	Both	225-924-0123
Lake Wellness Center - Baton Rouge	Substance Abuse	888-488-5253
LHRC - Reality House	Substance Abuse	225-333-2460
OBrien House	Substance Abuse	225-344-6345
OBrien House	Substance Abuse	225-344-6345
Our Lady of the Lake - Regional Med Center/Tau Center	Mental Health	225-765-6005
Our Lady of the Lake - Regional Medical Center	Mental Health	225-765-6005
Post Trauma Institute of Louisiana - New Start Intensive Outpatient Program	Substance Abuse	225-751-5412
Serenity Treatment Center of Louisiana	Substance Abuse	225-361-0899 x1
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - Baton Rouge VA Clinic	Both	225-761-3400
Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	225-924-1910

Churches & Religious Organizations in Baker

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BAKER CHRISTIAN CHURCH	10630 WELCOME HEIGHTS DR
BAKER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	4366 GROOM RD
CHURCH OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST TRUE HOLINESS INC	PO BOX 535
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP OF BATON ROUGE INC	9611 BLACKWATER RD
EXTREME MISSION MINISTRIES INC	4512 FAUSSE DR
HE CARETH INC	4418 RUE SPLENDEUR
LOVE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY	1124 GEORGIA ST
MEN AND WOMEN WARRIORS EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES INC	3020 WILSON ST
MOUNT BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 445
NATIONAL HOLY TRINITY BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP	1700 MCHUGH RD
REDEEMED OF THE LORD FELLOWSHIP	PO BOX 334
REDEMPTION LIFE FELLOWSHIP	2400 DEBRA DRIVE
ST JOHN BIBLE INSTITUTE	425 CHALEUR DR
THE AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	PO BOX 373
THE CATHEDRAL OF FAITH CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST INTERNATIONAL	PO BOX 29
WAYSIDE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	201 SHERRON AVE
WORLD AND SCRIPTS INC	3517 LAVEY LN
WORLD MISSIONS FOR JESUS	12226 PARTRIDGEWOOD DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Baker

What is the population of Baker?

Baker has a population of 12,322 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,462 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56% female and 44% male.

Is Baker expensive to live in?

Baker is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $59,451, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,700 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,031 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Baker safe?

The violent crime rate in Baker is 385 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,462 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Baker receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Baker?

Baker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Baker?

The job market in Baker faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,284. There are 19,119 business establishments in the area, including 1,171 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 3.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Baker?

The median home value in Baker is $146,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,371. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,031. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,486.

How are the schools in Baker?

Schools in Baker have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.2% of adults in Baker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Baker?

The obesity rate in Baker is 43.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 96.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153.

What is transportation like in Baker?

The average commute in Baker is 25 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Baker?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Baker is 11% White, 86.7% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Brownfields, LA 5,263 pop · 3.4 mi Zachary, LA 19,637 pop · 5.6 mi Merrydale, LA 9,149 pop · 6.5 mi Central, LA 29,603 pop · 7.5 mi Monticello, LA 4,677 pop · 9.4 mi Baton Rouge, LA 223,699 pop · 10.0 mi Port Allen, LA 4,928 pop · 10.1 mi Slaughter, LA 1,264 pop · 10.1 mi Watson, LA 1,503 pop · 12.4 mi Westminster, LA 2,810 pop · 12.8 mi Inniswold, LA 6,061 pop · 13.8 mi Erwinville, LA 2,575 pop · 14.0 mi Denham Springs, LA 9,362 pop · 14.0 mi Brusly, LA 2,592 pop · 14.2 mi

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Crime Rates: Baker vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure