Blanchard, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Caddo Parish County
Blanchard, LA
At a Glance
How Blanchard Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blanchard's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blanchard a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blanchard residents earn a median household income of $80,142 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,076. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,917 business establishments, including 523 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blanchard is $212,500 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,469. Median rent is $844/month, with 25.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1994.
Safety & Crime
Blanchard reports 120 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 569/100K.
Education
24.2% of adults in Blanchard hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blanchard has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.