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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Ezekiel Green

Best hidden gems in Laplace

OK so Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that...

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Zoey B.

Biggest downsides of living in Laplace?

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 17 years and The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Aria F.

Relocating to Laplace, LA -pros and cons?

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Oliver Foster

Anyone regret moving to Laplace?

I'm originally from Kansas City and Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Jonathan Cook

Best coffee shops in Laplace?

Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this?

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Sarah Myers

Relocating to Laplace, LA -pros and cons?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 14 months ago and Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,480 people. Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. You can expect t...

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Ezekiel Green

Considering Laplace vs Nashville -help me decide

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid...

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John Long

Honest thoughts on life in Laplace

Hey, I'm single, late 50s, and Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or w...

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Audrey Martin

Best neighborhoods to rent in Laplace?

I'm a 33-year-old nurse and The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $68,028 in Laplace. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thanks! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years...

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John Long

Relocating to Laplace, LA -pros and cons?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2024. You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. It'...

4 replies 21 upvotes moving
Jonathan Cook

Raising a family in Laplace -thoughts?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 4 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,097 for rent here. Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new dev...

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Emilia King

Things that make Laplace unique

Hello, I'm retired and Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Nicholas Gomez

Career opportunities in Laplace, LA

Hey everyone, With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by nei...

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Aria F.

Laplace quality of life -am I missing something?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $68,028 in Laplace. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There...

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Jonathan Cook

Worst things about Laplace nobody talks about

Just moved here 15 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Laplace sits at 518.9 per 100K. Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

9 replies 26 upvotes best-worst
Aaron Rivera

Biggest downsides of living in Laplace?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 13 months ago and The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,480 p...

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Audrey Martin

Best areas to explore in Laplace?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,480, Laplace is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young sin...

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Zoey B.

Things Laplace needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? Median household income is $68,028, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,097/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost...

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