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Carlyss, LA

Louisiana · Calcasieu Parish · Lake Charles Metro

Carlyss is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 5,184. Residents earn $92,004 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,184 Population 469/sq mi density
$92,004 Median Income $37,281 per capita
$152,400 Home Value $197,057 Zillow
$1,142 Median Rent 45.7% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
63 Violent Crime/100K 2,170 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,004 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,400 home value, $1,142/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $92,004
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,400
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,142
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,184
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,004
Per Capita$37,281
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$18,357M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,400
Rent$1,142
Ownership74.9%
Zillow$197,057
Housing Units2,275
Rent Burden45.7%

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property2,170/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.9%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband78.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries12

Is Carlyss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlyss receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Carlyss offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlyss is $92,004, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlyss is $152,400, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,142 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Carlyss is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,170 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlyss enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carlyss has a population of 5,184 with a density of 469 people per square mile, spread across 11.9 square miles. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.4% female and 40.6% male. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 4.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.1% of residents, while 18.9% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,184
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlyss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.1%
3% above US avg
Spanish 18.9%
41% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlyss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlyss is $92,004, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,281. The average weekly wage is $1,187, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,056 business establishments, including 460 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carlyss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,004
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$74,887
Gini Index0.474 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,056
County GDP$18,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants460
Healthcare580
Retail765
Manufacturing129

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlyss is $152,400, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,057, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,142 (2% 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. 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,275 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $3,238. 45.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,057
Median List Price$236,295

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$236,295
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,142
2% below US avg
Rent Burden45.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units2,275
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,238
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Carlyss, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 35.2% have high blood pressure. 16.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.1% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,267. The dentist ratio is 1:1,701. 74.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,267
Dentists1:1,701
Mental Health1:347
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death11,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities580
Carlyss has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,170 per 100,000, 11% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Carlyss receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.9/100K
83% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,170.5/100K
11% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Carlyss enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 306 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 59.8 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.8 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates30.1767°N, 93.3696°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCalcasieu Parish County
Nearest AirportLake Charles Regional (LCH)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.8"
57% above US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.71"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0412 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)8.5 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.51 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability61.3 / 100
Community Resilience24.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 214 km
2024 Beryl Category 1 272 km
2021 Ida Category 4 251 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 273 km
2020 Laura Category 4 36 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 289 km
2020 Delta Category 3 46 km
2019 Barry Category 1 130 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 290 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 142 km
2008 Ike Category 2 157 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 26 km
2005 Rita Category 3 52 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 280 km
2002 Lili Category 3 105 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 161 km
1989 Jerry Category 1 191 km
1989 Chantal Category 1 117 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 95 km
1985 Juan Category 1 104 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

614 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 479 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 7, 1957 EF4 36 km 1
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 75 km 1
Mar 2, 1999 EF3 95 km 1
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 33 km 0
May 20, 1984 EF3 42 km 0
May 20, 1983 EF3 52 km 0
Jan 31, 1983 EF3 79 km 0
May 13, 1982 EF3 75 km 1
Oct 29, 1974 EF3 67 km 2
Apr 17, 1973 EF3 21 km 0
Apr 17, 1973 EF3 29 km 0
Feb 12, 1971 EF3 17 km 0
Oct 11, 1970 EF3 57 km 0
Mar 23, 1969 EF3 99 km 0
May 1, 1967 EF3 69 km 0
Nov 7, 1957 EF3 60 km 2
Nov 7, 1957 EF3 68 km 0
Apr 4, 1952 EF3 48 km 0
Jul 8, 2024 EF2 98 km 0
May 13, 2024 EF2 9 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TIGER ISLAND (30,959 ac, 2023).

Year Name Acres Distance
2023 TIGER ISLAND 30,959 63 km
2023 LASBR-BIL-FY23-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE 18,392 30 km
2005 LACASSINE POOL 16,640 49 km
2002 BAYOU COMPLEX 15,744 46 km
1993 PF UNIT 5 15,059 45 km
2000 UNNAMED 15,017 80 km
2010 MCR UNIT 2 RX 14,471 97 km
2007 UNIT 5 13,959 42 km
2012 WF HOLIDAY 1-2 13,251 100 km
2000 UNNAMED 12,496 94 km
1990 U 2 PF 90 1 12,490 41 km
2005 UNIT 4 05 01 11,749 41 km
2003 UNNAMED 11,431 51 km
2005 RX UNIT 12 1117 2005 10,728 100 km
2011 SABINE WEST - 2011 (UNIT 3) 10,195 34 km
1997 WILD COW BAY 10,069 83 km
2020 TXMCR-FY20-RX-W 10,033 88 km
2014 PINTAIL 9,498 31 km
2023 H AND H COMPLEX 9,476 79 km
1992 UNNAMED 9,344 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 5.0 in
February 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
March 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
April 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
July 84°F (29°C) 5.5 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 4.9 in
September 78°F (25°C) 5.7 in Wettest
October 69°F (20°C) 4.2 in
November 60°F (15°C) 4.5 in
December 53°F (11°C) 5.4 in Coldest

Carlyss has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 53°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (3.5").

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Carlyss is located in Calcasieu Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69% of the vote, a 39.6-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 580 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi
CountyCalcasieu Parish County

Services

Broadband Access78.2%
Avg Download Speed109.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities580
Restaurants460
Retail Stores765

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home2.3%
Average costs for common services in Carlyss. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$664
Toddler$638
Preschool$610
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$592
Toddler$592
Preschool$592
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Calcasieu 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 12,194 691 $53,333 0.96
Accommodation & Food Services 11,961 562 $27,245 1.48
Retail Trade 10,765 914 $36,778 1.22
Manufacturing 10,445 198 $127,060 1.43
Construction 8,655 625 $72,906 1.86
Administrative & Waste Services 4,850 412 $56,322 0.93
Professional & Technical Services 3,686 662 $89,529 0.60
Transportation & Warehousing 2,431 252 $80,869 0.65
Wholesale Trade 2,347 272 $74,009 0.67
Finance & Insurance 1,758 369 $71,715 0.49
Other Services 1,677 332 $43,884 0.63
Real Estate 1,375 262 $63,758 1.00
Arts & Entertainment 1,302 91 $28,473 0.87
Educational Services 552 66 $41,521 0.30
Information & Technology 507 68 $59,232 0.31
Management of Companies 474 42 $64,459 0.32
Utilities 292 24 $125,326 0.87
Mining & Oil/Gas 242 27 $63,704 0.72
Agriculture & Forestry 102 29 $51,412 0.14

Radio Stations near Carlyss

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KGRA 98.9 Jefferson, IA country, jefferson AAC+ 32 kbps
Z102.9 (KZIA) - Cedar Rapids - IA contemporary hits radio, jovem AAC 48 kbps
IPR News Stream news MP3 128 kbps
KDSN The Hive 104.9 adult contemporary, commercial AAC+ 32 kbps
KBVU 97.5 "The Edge" Alta, IA alta, alternative rock AAC 96 kbps
Siouxland Public Radio (KWIT, KOJI) npr, public radio MP3 64 kbps
Spirit 712 (128k MP3) christian, christian contemporary MP3 128 kbps
KFMG-LP 98.9/99.1 Des Moines, IA (MP3) community radio, des moines MP3 128 kbps
KFMG-LP 98.9/99.1 Des Moines, IA (OGG) community radio, des moines OGG
94.1 KRNA classic rock, music AAC+ 64 kbps
KCJJ The Mighty 1630 cedar rapids, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
KRUI Radio 89.7 Iowa City, IA iowa city, student radio MP3 320 kbps
KAYL 101.7 commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 32 kbps
Iowa Catholic Radio: Sacred Music catholic, sacred MP3 128 kbps
KCCK Jazz 88.3 jazz, kcck-fm MP3 160 kbps
KCHE Classic Hits 92.1 cherokee, classical AAC+ 32 kbps
KCCK-FM MP3 160 kbps
KIYX 106.1 "Super Hits" Sageville, IA classic hits, dubuque AAC+ 32 kbps
88.3 KCCK classic jazz, college radio MP3 160 kbps
91.9 KSOI FM Southern Iowa Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
DM Pulse alternative, commercial-free MP3 192 kbps
KMA -960 & 99.1 "KMAland" Shenandoah, IA shenandoah, talk radio MP3 32 kbps
KRJE 89.9 FM Northeast Iowa Christian Radio AAC+ 64 kbps
KBON AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Carlyss

4 national parks and monuments found near Carlyss.

ParkTypeFee
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park State Park Free
Sam Houston Jones State Park District II State Park Free
Sea Rim State Park State Park Free
Village Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Carlyss

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF LAKE CHARLESCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3374339420$365,390
NATIONAL HURRICANE MUSEUM & SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1205 N LAKESHORE DRIVE$313,440
USS ORLECK NAVAL MUSEUMART MUSEUM604 N ENTERPRISE BLVD3372147447$193,757
IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3184393793$185,064
BRIMSTONE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3375270357$112,711
IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MARDI GRASGENERAL MUSEUM809 KIRBY ST3374300043$16,306
ABERCROMBIE GALLERYART MUSEUM3374755028
ART ASSOCIATES GALLERYART MUSEUM3374755028
CALCASIEU HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY TERMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRAND GALLERYART MUSEUM3374755028
MARGARET PLACE HISTORICAL DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION120 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DRIVE
MUSIC MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANAGENERAL MUSEUM
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Libraries in Carlyss

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CALCASIEU PARISH LIBRARY301 WEST CLAUDE STREET0.0762,159

Farmers Markets in Carlyss

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Charlestown Farmers Market4720 Nelson RoadJanuary to DecemberThu:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit
Charlestown Farmers Market1001 Ryan StreetJanuary to DecemberSat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Sulphur Farmers Market1015 South Ruth St.05/01/2013 to 08/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Clinics in Carlyss

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fast Pace Health Urgent Care
US #1364093506

Dentists in Carlyss

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Area Dentistry

Veterinaries in Carlyss

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sulphur Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Carlyss

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Circle K
Exxon
Exxon
Phillips 66
Shell

Banks in Carlyss

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Horizon Bank
JD Bank

Breweries in Carlyss

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rikenjaks Brewing CoLake Charles, Venues, Bar, LA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Lake Charles Malt Beverages, wholesale, m333 Broad St3374331514

Cell Towers in Carlyss

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2200 Mack Road (79068)GTOWER113
2200 MACK ROAD (79068)GTOWER113
1390 ARSENE LE BLEU ROAD (39020)GTOWER110
1.1 miles SSE of the intersection SR 390 with SR 27; 0.58 miles east of SR27TOWER96
1.1 miles SSE of the intersection SR 390 with SR 27; 0.58 miles east of SR27TOWER96
Gillis Cut Off Road (39005)LTOWER87
Gillis Cut Off Road (39005)LTOWER87
6316 Hwy 1133 (111547)LTOWER84
102 DEVALL ROAD (76474)LTOWER57

Bridges in Carlyss

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete196516086,969F
CulvertConcrete19653086,969F
CulvertConcrete19843220,278G
SlabConcrete20218019,872G
SlabConcrete202112019,872F
CulvertConcrete19363412,704F
SlabConcrete196516011,437F
CulvertConcrete1980329,372G
CulvertConcrete1954266,981F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19791,3526,981P
SlabConcrete2022604,636G
SlabConcrete1994384,636F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19652304,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19652304,500F
CulvertConcrete1965303,799F
SlabConcrete2023752,233G
SlabConcrete2014802,232F
SlabConcrete20072201,663F
SlabConcrete2000381,560F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19621981,553F
CulvertConcrete1962331,553F
SlabConcrete199495907F
SlabConcrete197038824F
SlabConcrete198676805F
SlabConcrete197238715F
SlabConcrete201580500G
SlabConcrete201480162G
SlabConcrete1999171141F
SlabConcrete202160100G

Amtrak Stations in Carlyss

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Lake Charles, LA100 Ryan StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Carlyss

22 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CALCASIEU REFINING CO - LAKE CHARLES CRUDE OIL REFINERY4359 W TANK FARM RDCALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX4401 HWY 108 SCALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX4401 HWY 108 SCALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX4401 HWY 108 SCALCASIEU
NELSON PLANT3500 HOUSTON RIVER ROADCALCASIEU PARISH
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY2200 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU
SASOL CHEMICALS (USA) LLC - LAKE CHARLES CHEMICAL COMPLEX2201 OLD SPANISH TRAILCALCASIEU PARISH
TRUNKLINE LNG CO LLC - LAKE CHARLES LNG RECEIVING TERMINAL8100 BIG LAKE RDCALCASIEU
TRUNKLINE LNG CO LLC - LAKE CHARLES LNG RECEIVING TERMINAL8100 BIG LAKE RDCALCASIEU
W.R. GRACE1800 DAVISON ROADCALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP900 HIGHWAY 108CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP900 HIGHWAY 108CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP900 HIGHWAY 108CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE POLYMERS CORP, POLY 1 & 23525 CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAYCALCASIEU
WESTLAKE POLYMERS CORP, POLY 1 & 23525 CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAYCALCASIEU
WESTLAKE US 2 LLC1300 PPG DRIVECALCASIEU
WESTLAKE US 2 LLC1300 PPG DRIVECALCASIEU

Airports Near Carlyss

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beauregard Regional AirportDRIMedium Airport
Jack Brooks Regional AirportBPTMedium Airport
Lake Charles Regional AirportLCHMedium Airport
Aerolite Aero Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Ag Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Allen Parish AirportSmall Airport
B T & K H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cameron AirstripSmall Airport
Chennault International AirportCWFSmall Airport
Chesson AirportSmall Airport
Chloe AirportSmall Airport
Chute N Gators AirportSmall Airport
De Quincy Industrial AirparkSmall Airport
Goose Island AirportSmall Airport
Grosse Savanne AirportSmall Airport
Habetz AirportSmall Airport
Indian Village AirportSmall Airport
Jasper County Airport Bell FieldJASSmall Airport
Jenkins AirportSmall Airport
Jennings AirportSmall Airport
Kirbyville AirportSmall Airport
Kml AirportSmall Airport
Lake Air Service AirportSmall Airport
Lake Air Service-Pine Island AirportSmall Airport
Light Plane Flyers AirfieldSmall Airport
Little Pecan Island AirportSmall Airport
Lonesome Dove AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon AirportSmall Airport
Morgan Crop Service AirportSmall Airport
Morgan Crop Service Nr 2 AirportSmall Airport
Newton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Nunez AirportSmall Airport
O'Brien Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
O'Brien Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Open A-1 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Orange County AirportSmall Airport
Reynolds AirportSmall Airport
Smith Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Southland FieldSmall Airport
Swamp Smith AirportSmall Airport
Texas Menhaden StripSmall Airport
Tietjes AirportSmall Airport
WC FieldSmall Airport
Welsh AirportSmall Airport
Wilder AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Carlyss

24 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office1001 Lake Shore Drive
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office - Prison
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office - Training
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office - Youth
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Carlyss Law Enforcement Center
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Moss Bluff Law Enforcement Center
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office North Lake Charles Law Enforcement Center
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office South Lake Charles Law Enforcement Center
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Sulphur Law Enforcement Center1525 Cypress Street
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Vinton Law Enforcement Center
Cameron Parish Police Jury Barn
Cameron Parish Sheriff's Department
Cameron Parish Sheriff's Department
Cameron Parish Sheriff's Department
Lake Charles Police Department830 Enterprise Boulevad
Lake Charles Police Service Center
Lake Charles Police Service Center
Louisiana State Police Troop D
Sulphur City Marshal's Office501 Willow Avenue
Sulphur Police Department500 B North Huntington Street
Vinton Police Department
Westlake Police Department

Grocery Stores in Carlyss

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2707793Convenience Store4532 Highway 27 S
Dollar General 31343Other122 Highway 108 W
DOLLAR GENERAL 6117Other4859 Highway 27 S
Family Dollar 5089Other4595 Highway 27 S
Grab N Geaux 30Convenience Store5340 Highway 27 S
Grab-n-geaux 6Convenience Store7067 Highway 27 S
Rouses Market 71Super Store800 Carlyss Blvd
Step In 11Convenience Store3440 Highway 27 S

Treatment Centers in Carlyss

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Lake Charles Treatment Center - VCPHCS VI LLCSubstance Abuse337-433-8281
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services - Authority Lake CharlesSubstance Abuse337-475-8022
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services - Authority SulphurBoth337-475-3500
Odyssey House Lake Charles - ResidentialSubstance Abuse337-433-3786 x7105
Resource Management ServicesBoth337-437-4014

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carlyss

What is the population of Carlyss?

Carlyss has a population of 5,184 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 469 people per square mile, spread across 11.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59.4% female and 40.6% male.

Is Carlyss expensive to live in?

Carlyss 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 $92,004, 22% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,400 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,142 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Carlyss safe?

Carlyss is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,170 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Carlyss receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Carlyss?

Carlyss enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Carlyss?

The job market in Carlyss is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,187. There are 6,056 business establishments in the area, including 460 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carlyss?

The median home value in Carlyss is $152,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,057. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,142. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.9%. The average annual property tax is $3,238.

How are the schools in Carlyss?

Schools in Carlyss have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 17.1% of adults in Carlyss hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Carlyss?

The obesity rate in Carlyss is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.9% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 29.3% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 74.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,267.

What is transportation like in Carlyss?

The average commute in Carlyss is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carlyss?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carlyss is 87.1% White, 4.9% Black or African American. 81.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.9% speak Spanish. 8.6% of the population are military veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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