Sign In Register

Raceland, LA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Jose

Raceland vs Indianapolis -which is better?

We have two kids and Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Median household income is $53,328, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $163,100, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $53,328 in Raceland. The school system va...

3 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Evelyn Lee

Thinking about relocating to Raceland from Houston

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $163,100 on average. The median home value here is around $163,100, which is actually reasonable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing ...

7 replies 1 upvotes moving
oakland_aubrey

Day-to-day life in Raceland, LA

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Raceland sits at 618.2 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Thanks! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush h...

0 replies 14 upvotes living
Allison Kelly

Living in Raceland -the reality

Been meaning to ask this. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great.

0 replies 6 upvotes living
David W.

Unpopular opinion about Raceland

Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. With a population of 10,517, Raceland is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growin...

6 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Jace Johnson

Moving to Raceland -what should I know?

Average temperature is around 70--F, so it's warm year-round. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. Median household income is $53,328, which feels on the lower side for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Raceland sits at 618.2 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush ...

1 replies 8 upvotes moving
oakland_aubrey

Raceland in the winter -how bad?

Random thought, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Raceland sits at 618.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $53,328 in Raceland. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Should I be concerned? Any help is appre...

1 replies 13 upvotes qa
Daniel Nelson

Raceland is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Raceland sits at 618.2 per 100K. With a population of 10,517, Raceland is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 10,517 people. Rent is about $632/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great p...

4 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Jose

Is Raceland still affordable?

Random thought, Been living here since 2010. The median home value here is around $163,100, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 10,517, Raceland is a small town. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living...

6 replies 4 upvotes housing
kaylee_guy

Job market in Raceland for tech?

Hey folks, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $632/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

4 replies 14 upvotes jobs
← Back to Raceland Data