Sulphur, LA

Louisiana · Calcasieu Parish · Lake Charles Metro

Sulphur is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 21,004. Residents earn $58,044 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

21,004 Population 1,869/sq mi density

$58,044 Median Income $30,014 per capita

$175,200 Home Value $197,057 Zillow

$1,015 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent

70°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr

327 Violent Crime/100K 4,381 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$58,044 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$175,200 home value, $1,015/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

327 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

16.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,044

23% lower than US avg

Home Value $175,200

38% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 327/100K

14% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.4%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,015

13% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.9%

4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population21,004

Median Age39.3 yrs

Density1,869/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$58,044

Per Capita$30,014

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty12.9%

County GDP$18,357M

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$175,200

Rent$1,015

Ownership72.8%

Zillow$197,057

Housing Units10,280

Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

Violent327/100K

Property4,381/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault218/100K

Burglary530/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking18.6%

Depression29.9%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain59.8 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation15 ft (5 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.4%

High School+85.9%

Graduate+5.5%

School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute16 min

Broadband82.8%

EV Stations3

Libraries12

Is Sulphur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sulphur receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sulphur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sulphur is $58,044, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sulphur is $175,200, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sulphur is below the national average at 327 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,381 per 100,000, 124% above the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sulphur 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.

Sulphur has a population of 21,004 with a density of 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 6.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,004

Total Population

1,869

People / sq mi

39.3yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

10.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sulphur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.3%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.7%

50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sulphur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sulphur is $58,044, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,014 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,187, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. 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 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sulphur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,044
	23% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,014
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,187
IRS Avg AGI	$74,887
Gini Index	0.474 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.9%
	4% above US avg
Establishments (County)	6,056
County GDP	$18,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants	460
Healthcare	580
Retail	765
Manufacturing	129

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,238
	7% below US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.4 min
Drive Alone	86.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sulphur is $175,200, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,057, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,015 (13% 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. 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,280 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,238. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$175,200
	38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$197,057
Median List Price	$205,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$205,000
$/Sq Ft	$106
Homes Sold	21
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.2%
Price Drops	17.3%
Inventory	104

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,015
	13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,299
Rent Burden	27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.8%
Owner-Occupied	72.8%
Renter-Occupied	27.2%
Housing Units	10,280
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,238
	7% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.85%

In Sulphur, 41.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 37.3% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.3% report binge drinking. 32.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% 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: Sulphur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	37.3%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.9%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	32.5%
Depression	29.9%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	14.8%
Short Sleep	38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,267
Dentists	1:1,701
Mental Health	1:347
Checkup Rate	78.4%
Dental Visits	57.5%
Premature Death	11,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	74.3%
Healthcare Facilities	580

Sulphur has a violent crime rate of 327 per 100,000 residents, 14% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 217.8 per 100,000, robbery at 74.3, rape at 34.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,381 per 100,000, 124% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,500, burglary at 530, vehicle theft at 351 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sulphur receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	326.7/100K
	14% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	34.7/100K
Robbery	74.3/100K
Assault	217.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,381.2/100K
	124% above US avg
Burglary	529.7/100K
Theft	3,500.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	351.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	28
Traffic Accidents	244
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Sulphur 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 15 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	69.7°F
	29% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	15 ft (5 m)
Area	10.0 sq mi (25.9 km²)
Population Density	1,869/sq mi
Coordinates	30.2298°N, 93.3563°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Calcasieu Parish County
Nearest Airport	Lake Charles Regional (LCH) 11 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 Median	42.0
Rating	Good

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 Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	95.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	61.3 / 100
Community Resilience	24.0 / 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	218 km
2024	Beryl	Category 1	275 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	249 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	277 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	30 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	290 km
2020	Delta	Category 2	46 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	132 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	291 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	140 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	160 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	25 km
2005	Rita	Category 3	56 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	286 km
2002	Lili	Category 3	105 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	160 km
1989	Jerry	Category 1	196 km
1989	Chantal	Category 1	122 km
1986	Bonnie	Category 1	98 km
1985	Juan	Category 1	109 km

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

Tornado History

628 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 552 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 7, 1957	EF4	39 km	1
Dec 3, 1953	EF4	98 km	9
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	69 km	1
Mar 2, 1999	EF3	91 km	1
Nov 21, 1992	EF3	31 km	0
May 20, 1984	EF3	48 km	0
May 20, 1983	EF3	58 km	0
Jan 31, 1983	EF3	81 km	0
May 13, 1982	EF3	73 km	1
Oct 29, 1974	EF3	67 km	2
Apr 17, 1973	EF3	31 km	0
Apr 17, 1973	EF3	18 km	0
Feb 12, 1971	EF3	15 km	0
Oct 11, 1970	EF3	61 km	0
May 1, 1967	EF3	64 km	0
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	63 km	2
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	72 km	0
Apr 4, 1952	EF3	47 km	0
Jul 8, 2024	EF2	94 km	0
May 13, 2024	EF2	3 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	57 km
2023	LASBR-BIL-FY23-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	18,392	36 km
2005	LACASSINE POOL	16,640	51 km
2002	BAYOU COMPLEX	15,744	52 km
1993	PF UNIT 5	15,059	50 km
2000	UNNAMED	15,017	75 km
2007	UNIT 5	13,959	48 km
2000	UNNAMED	12,496	89 km
1990	U 2 PF 90 1	12,490	46 km
2005	UNIT 4 05 01	11,749	47 km
2003	UNNAMED	11,431	57 km
2011	SABINE WEST - 2011 (UNIT 3)	10,195	39 km
1997	WILD COW BAY	10,069	88 km
2020	TXMCR-FY20-RX-W	10,033	93 km
2014	PINTAIL	9,498	37 km
2023	H AND H COMPLEX	9,476	83 km
2003	UNIT 8 WILDFIRE	9,076	89 km
1987	U 1 PF 87 09	8,953	36 km
1998	UNIT 1 RX	8,913	36 km
1997	GRIT ROAD	8,599	94 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

Sulphur 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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Sulphur is located in Calcasieu Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. 5.5% 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. 82.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 580 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.5% 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
Traffic Accidents	244
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.4%
	51% below US avg
High School+	85.9%
Graduate Degree+	5.5%
School Test Score	4.86

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,869/sq mi
Total Area	10.0 sq mi
County	Calcasieu Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	82.8%
Avg Download Speed	109.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	19.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	580
Restaurants	460
Retail Stores	765

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.4 min
Drive Alone	86.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Average costs for common services in Sulphur. 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	$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

Hospitals in Sulphur

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
WEST CALCASIEU CAMERON HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(337) 527-4240

Schools in Sulphur

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sulphur High School	High	2,043	114	17.9:1
W. W. Lewis Middle School	Middle	777	57	13.6:1
Maplewood Elementary	Elementary	651	41	15.9:1
Frasch Elementary School	Elementary	539	39	13.8:1
E. K. Key Elementary School	Elementary	533	32	16.7:1
Cypress Cove Elementary School	Elementary	512	30	17.1:1
LeBlanc Middle School	Middle	399	32	12.5:1
W. T. Henning Elementary School	Elementary	397	23	17.3:1
Maplewood Middle School	Middle	335	28	12.0:1
Vincent Settlement Elementary School	Elementary	321	22	14.6:1
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School	Elementary	292	15	19.5:1

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Radio Stations near Sulphur

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 Sulphur

5 national parks and monuments found near Sulphur.

Park	Type	Fee
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
South Toledo Bend State Park	State Park	Free
Village Creek State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Sulphur

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	20,087	$44,135
2015	20,051	$46,775
2017	20,139	$53,058
2019	20,106	$53,287
2021	20,641	$50,797
2023	20,476	$58,044

Museums in Sulphur

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF LAKE CHARLES	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3374339420	$365,390
NATIONAL HURRICANE MUSEUM & SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1205 N LAKESHORE DRIVE		$313,440
USS ORLECK NAVAL MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM	604 N ENTERPRISE BLVD	3372147447	$193,757
IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		3184393793	$185,064
BRIMSTONE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3375270357	$112,711
IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MARDI GRAS	GENERAL MUSEUM	809 KIRBY ST	3374300043	$16,306
DEQUINCY TOWN HALL MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		3374369588	$3,107
ABERCROMBIE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3374755028
ART ASSOCIATES GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3374755028
CALCASIEU HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY TERM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DEQUINCY RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3377862823
GRAND GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3374755028
MARGARET PLACE HISTORICAL DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	120 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DRIVE
MUSIC MUSEUM OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA	GENERAL MUSEUM
SABINE PASS LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Sulphur

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
CALCASIEU PARISH LIBRARY	301 WEST CLAUDE STREET	0.0	762,159

Farmers Markets in Sulphur

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Charlestown Farmers Market	4720 Nelson Road	January to December	Thu:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Visit
Charlestown Farmers Market	1001 Ryan Street	January to December	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;	Visit
Sulphur Farmers Market	1015 South Ruth St.	05/01/2013 to 08/31/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit

Breweries in Sulphur

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Rikenjaks Brewing Co	Lake Charles, Venues, Bar, LA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Lake Charles Malt Beverages, wholesale, m	333 Broad St	3374331514

Nursing Homes in Sulphur

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
HIGH HOPE CARE CENTER 475 HIGH HOPE ROAD	For profit - Corporation	101	92	4/5	—	1/5	5/5	3375278140
HOLLY HILL HOUSE 100 KINGSTON ROAD	For profit - Limited Liability company	200	81	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	3376255843

Pharmacies in Sulphur

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BROOKSHIRE BROTHERS FOOD AND PHARMACY 47	1612 SOUTH RUTH STREET	337-527-0033
CVS - 5612	1508 SOUTH BEGLIS PARKWAY	337-625-2660
KROGER	1421 ARIZONA STREET	337-528-9918
PARAGON DRUG STORE	210 WEST NAPOLEON STREET	337-527-9791
RITE AID - 7311	1601 EAST NAPOLEON STREET	337-626-9209
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 331	525 NORTH CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAY	337-625-7057
WALGREENS - 10509	105 SOUTH CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAY	337-533-1137
WALGREENS - 2920	1021 BEGLIS PARKWAY	337-527-6575
WEST CALCASIEU CAMERON HOSPITAL	701 CYPRESS STREET	337-527-4174

EV Charging Stations in Sulphur

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Fairfield Inn & Suites - Tesla Supercharger	2615 Ruth St	Tesla		12	TESLA	public
Walmart 331 Sulphur	525 N Cities Service Hwy	Electrify America		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Sulphur

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2200 Mack Road (79068)	GTOWER	113
2200 MACK ROAD (79068)	GTOWER	113
1390 ARSENE LE BLEU ROAD (39020)	GTOWER	110
260 EAST ALLEN DRIVE (87487)	LTOWER	107
137 COWARD ROAD (66438)	GTOWER	100
137 Coward Road (66438)	GTOWER	100
Gillis Cut Off Road (39005)	LTOWER	87
Gillis Cut Off Road (39005)	LTOWER	87
6316 Hwy 1133 (111547)	LTOWER	84
102 DEVALL ROAD (76474)	LTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Sulphur

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Calcasieu Parish Ward 4 Fire District 2 - Carlyss Fire Department	5151 Volunteer RD	Mostly career	337-583-2365
Houston River Fire Department	789 W Houston River RD	Volunteer	337-527-0744
Sulphur Fire Department	602 N Huntington ST	Career	337-527-4545

Power Plants Near Sulphur

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CITGO REFINERY POWERHOUSE	NATURAL GAS STEAM TURBINE	221112	-93.3	OP
LAKE CHARLES PLANT	ALL OTHER	221118	-93.3	OP
CALCASIEU	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-93.4	OP

Bridges in Sulphur

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2004	302	86,969	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	29	86,969	F
Slab	Concrete	1962	160	86,969	F
Slab	Concrete	2022	220	83,609	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1969	770	58,320	F
Culvert	Concrete	1945	45	22,287	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	700	22,287	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	360	22,287	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1988	280	19,872	F
Slab	Concrete	1987	140	19,872	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	32	19,402	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	280	14,973	P
Slab	Concrete	1960	114	14,973	P
Culvert	Concrete	2020	45	14,781	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	22	13,695	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	25	13,695	G
Culvert	Concrete	1955	38	13,695	F
Culvert	Concrete	1932	39	13,695	F
Slab	Concrete	1962	160	11,437	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	29	11,437	F
Slab	Concrete	2022	200	11,437	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	720	10,981	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	360	10,981	F
Slab	Concrete	1967	76	8,540	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	580	7,798	F
Culvert	Concrete	2010	35	7,583	F
Slab	Concrete	1995	60	5,829	F
Culvert	Concrete	1964	22	5,525	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	790	3,766	P
Slab	Concrete	2021	180	3,593	F
Slab	Concrete	2017	120	3,393	G
Slab	Concrete	1968	57	2,741	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	80	2,599	F
Slab	Concrete	1954	100	2,509	F
Slab	Concrete	1987	100	1,950	F
Slab	Concrete	1968	38	1,755	F
Culvert	Concrete	1986	31	1,547	F
Slab	Concrete	2013	180	1,333	F
Slab	Concrete	2004	57	1,321	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	38	1,200	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	75	390	G
Slab	Concrete	1980	38	340	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	48	250	G
Slab	Concrete	2011	50	200	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	66	200	F
Slab	Concrete	2009	60	200	F
Slab	Concrete	2011	49	150	G
Slab	Concrete	2017	40	150	F
Slab	Concrete	2017	105	150	G
Slab	Concrete	2000	57	100	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2021	28	4	G
Slab	Concrete	1995	52		P
Slab	Concrete	1974	38		P

Amtrak Stations in Sulphur

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Lake Charles, LA	100 Ryan Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Sulphur

22 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CALCASIEU REFINING CO - LAKE CHARLES CRUDE OIL REFINERY	4359 W TANK FARM RD	CALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX	4401 HWY 108 S	CALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX	4401 HWY 108 S	CALCASIEU
CITGO PETROLEUM CORP - LAKE CHARLES MANUFACTURING COMPLEX	4401 HWY 108 S	CALCASIEU
NELSON PLANT	3500 HOUSTON RIVER ROAD	CALCASIEU PARISH
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
PHILLIPS 66 COMPANY - LAKE CHARLES REFINERY	2200 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU
SASOL CHEMICALS (USA) LLC - LAKE CHARLES CHEMICAL COMPLEX	2201 OLD SPANISH TRAIL	CALCASIEU PARISH
TRUNKLINE LNG CO LLC - LAKE CHARLES LNG RECEIVING TERMINAL	8100 BIG LAKE RD	CALCASIEU
TRUNKLINE LNG CO LLC - LAKE CHARLES LNG RECEIVING TERMINAL	8100 BIG LAKE RD	CALCASIEU
W.R. GRACE	1800 DAVISON ROAD	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP	900 HIGHWAY 108	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP	900 HIGHWAY 108	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICAL LP	900 HIGHWAY 108	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE POLYMERS CORP, POLY 1 & 2	3525 CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAY	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE POLYMERS CORP, POLY 1 & 2	3525 CITIES SERVICE HIGHWAY	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE US 2 LLC	1300 PPG DRIVE	CALCASIEU
WESTLAKE US 2 LLC	1300 PPG DRIVE	CALCASIEU

Airports Near Sulphur

45 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Beauregard Regional Airport	DRI	Medium Airport
Jack Brooks Regional Airport	BPT	Medium Airport
Lake Charles Regional Airport	LCH	Medium Airport
Aerolite Aero Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Ag Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Parish Airport	—	Small Airport
B T & K H Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cameron Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Chennault International Airport	CWF	Small Airport
Chesson Airport	—	Small Airport
Chloe Airport	—	Small Airport
Chute N Gators Airport	—	Small Airport
De Quincy Industrial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Goose Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Grosse Savanne Airport	—	Small Airport
Habetz Airport	—	Small Airport
Indian Village Airport	—	Small Airport
Jasper County Airport Bell Field	JAS	Small Airport
Jenkins Airport	—	Small Airport
Jennings Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirbyville Airport	—	Small Airport
Kml Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Air Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Air Service-Pine Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Light Plane Flyers Airfield	—	Small Airport
Little Pecan Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Lonesome Dove Airfield	—	Small Airport
Lyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Morgan Crop Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Morgan Crop Service Nr 2 Airport	—	Small Airport
Newton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Nunez Airport	—	Small Airport
O'Brien Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
O'Brien Flying Services Airport	—	Small Airport
Open A-1 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange County Airport	—	Small Airport
Reynolds Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Southland Field	—	Small Airport
Swamp Smith Airport	—	Small Airport
Texas Menhaden Strip	—	Small Airport
Tietjes Airport	—	Small Airport
WC Field	—	Small Airport
Welsh Airport	—	Small Airport
Wilder Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Sulphur

27 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office	1001 Lake Shore Drive
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
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 DeQuincy 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 Center	1525 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
DeQuincy Police Department
Lake Charles Police Department	830 Enterprise Boulevad
Lake Charles Police Service Center
Lake Charles Police Service Center
Louisiana State Police Troop D
Sulphur City Marshal's Office	501 Willow Avenue
Sulphur Police Department	500 B North Huntington Street
Vinton Police Department
Westlake Police Department

Grocery Stores in Sulphur

33 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Brookshire Brothers 47	Super Store	1612 Ruth St
Checkout #68	Convenience Store	2484 S Cities Service Hwy
Circle A Sulphur	Convenience Store	201 N Claiborne St
Country Grocery & Deli	Convenience Store	2893 Highway 90 W
CVS/ PHARMACY 5612	Other	1508 Beglis Pkwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 10317	Other	2974 N Beglis Pkwy
Dollar General 21415	Other	2965 S Beglis Pkwy
Dollar General 22891	Other	1019 Beglis Pkwy
Dollar General 22893	Other	213 N Cities Service Hwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 8694	Other	220 N Huntington St
DOLLAR GENERAL 9397	Other	2360 E Napoleon St
Dollar Tree 2833	Other	557 N Cities Service Hwy
Dollar Tree 7592	Other	2913 S Ruth St
E-Z Mart 4415	Convenience Store	740 N Cities Service Hwy
Express 27	Convenience Store	820 N Beglis Pkwy
Grab N Geaux 16	Convenience Store	2729 Ruth St
Grab N Geaux 2	Convenience Store	2951 S Beglis Pkwy
Grab-n-geaux #10	Convenience Store	1501 Ruth St
Grab-n-geaux 7	Convenience Store	220 E Napoleon St
Kings Point Iv	Convenience Store	3610 E Napoleon St
Kings Point V	Convenience Store	444 W Burton St
KROGER 747	Super Store	1421 Beglis Pkwy
Market Basket 41	Supermarket	2227 Maplewood Dr
MISSE'S GROCERY INC	Supermarket	106 E Lincoln St
Murphy USA 5597	Convenience Store	527 N Cities Service Hwy
Napoleon Food Mart	Convenience Store	2140 E Napoleon St
S Cities Service Hwy Sulphur	Convenience Store	100 S Cities Service Hwy
S&m Meats Llc	Specialty Store	874 N Beglis Pkwy
Smart Stop	Convenience Store	118 E Jim Pickens Rd
Torstop	Convenience Store	2060 Ruth St
WALGREENS 2920	Other	1021 Beglis Pkwy
WALGREENS 10509	Other	105 S Cities Service Hwy
Walmart Supercenter 331	Super Store	525 N Cities Service Hwy

Post Offices in Sulphur

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Paper, Print, and Parcel	108 East Napoleon Street
Sulphur Post Office	800 South Post Oak Road

Treatment Centers in Sulphur

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BHG Lake Charles Treatment Center - VCPHCS VI LLC	Substance Abuse	337-433-8281
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services - Authority Lake Charles	Substance Abuse	337-475-8022
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services - Authority Sulphur	Both	337-475-3500
Odyssey House Lake Charles - Residential	Substance Abuse	337-433-3786 x7105
Resource Management Services	Both	337-437-4014

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sulphur

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
APOSTOLIC MISSIONS EVANGELISM NOW	3586 ANTHONY FERRY RD
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	1210 LASALETTE AVE
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	610 PITRE ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	4822 CARLYSS DR
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	2337 AUGUSTINE ST
CELEBRATION WORSHIP CTR ASSEMBLY OF GOD	3231 HIGHWAY 1256
FAITH TEMPLE OF SULPHUR LOUISIANA	PO BOX 123
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1401 ARGIN DR
FREEDOM WORSHIP CENTER	1515 DEAN ST
GLOBAL APOSTLES INC	PO BOX 984
GUIDING LIGHT CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST	3808 MAPLEWOOD DR
JOSHUA WORLD OUTREACH INC	2600 WPA RD
KINGDOM BUILDERS MINISTRIES	ATTN KEYON BERNAL
KINGDOM LIFE FOUNDATION MINISTRIES INC	1860 W BURTON ST
LIGHT OF LIFE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 2424
MIRACLE DELIVERANCE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 215
NEW BEGINNING COMMUNITY CHURCH	1512 PALERMO DR
NEW DESTINY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 150
NEW LIGHT MISSIONARY EDUCATIONAL AND BAPTIST ASSOCIATION	5014 BONIN DR
OPEN DOOR CHURCH	423 W BURTON ST
OUR LADY OF LASALETTE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH CORPORATION SULPHU	602 N CLAIBORNE ST
PRAYING EFFECTIVELY FOR THE LOST MINISTRIES INC	527 S CROCKER ST
RETIRED MINISTERS HOME BOARD	3030 MAPLEWOOD DR
ST THERESA OF THE CHILD JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH	4822 CARLYSS DR
THE LIGHTHOUSE TABERNACLE INCORPORATED	901 PRATER RD
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	766 S POST OAK RD
TRUTH APOSTOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 2598
VICTORY WORSHIP CENTER OF SULPHUR INCORPORATED	1410 W NAPOLEON ST
WESTLAKE CHURCH OF CHRIST OF WESTLAKE LOUISIANA	517 E BRIMSTONE ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sulphur

What is the population of Sulphur?

Sulphur has a population of 21,004 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Sulphur expensive to live in?

Sulphur 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 $58,044, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $175,200 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sulphur safe?

Sulphur is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 327 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,381 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sulphur receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sulphur?

Sulphur 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 Sulphur?

The job market in Sulphur is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / 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 16 minutes, and 3.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sulphur?

The median home value in Sulphur is $175,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,057. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,015. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,238.

How are the schools in Sulphur?

Schools in Sulphur have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 16.4% of adults in Sulphur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sulphur?

The obesity rate in Sulphur is 41.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 32.5% are physically inactive. 29.9% of residents report depression. 9.5% 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 Sulphur?

The average commute in Sulphur is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sulphur?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sulphur is 86.8% White, 6.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Carlyss, LA 5,184 pop · 3.7 mi Westlake, LA 4,794 pop · 5.9 mi Prien, LA 8,248 pop · 7.3 mi Lake Charles, LA 81,679 pop · 8.9 mi Moss Bluff, LA 11,451 pop · 10.4 mi Vinton, LA 3,245 pop · 13.7 mi DeQuincy, LA 2,990 pop · 16.1 mi Iowa, LA 3,246 pop · 20.5 mi Little Cypress, TX 1,968 pop · 24.1 mi Forest Heights, TX 1,644 pop · 24.2 mi Orange, TX 19,178 pop · 24.9 mi West Orange, TX 3,442 pop · 26.3 mi Mauriceville, TX 2,981 pop · 30.8 mi Bridge City, TX 9,549 pop · 31.9 mi

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Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Sulphur 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

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services