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Washington, LA

Louisiana · Evangeline Parish

Washington is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 864. Residents earn $36,944 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
864 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$36,944 Median Income $18,207 per capita
$115,300 Home Value $147,559 Zillow
$618 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
1,738 Violent Crime/100K 7,135 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$36,944 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$115,300 home value, $618/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,738 violent crimes/100K (357% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,944
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,738/100K
357% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $618
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population864
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,944
Per Capita$18,207
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute53 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
Rent$618
Ownership45.7%
Zillow$147,559
Housing Units487
Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

F
Violent1,738/100K
Property7,135/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking23.2%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation63 ft (19 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score3.97

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute53 min
Broadband66.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Washington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington is $36,944, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington is $115,300, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,738 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,135 per 100,000, 264% above the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Washington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Washington has a population of 864 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.3% female and 42.7% male. The city is predominantly Black (59.7%), with 30.4% White, 5.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.6% of residents, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 84.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

864
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is $36,944, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,207 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $840, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 646 business establishments, including 26 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,944
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,207
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$54,019
Gini Index0.489 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare102
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $115,300, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,559, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $761 for a one-bedroom to $834 for a two-bedroom apartment. 45.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 487 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $2,271 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 19.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$88
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$727
1 Bedroom$761
2 Bedrooms$834
3 Bedrooms$1,160
4 Bedrooms$1,388

Ownership & Property

Homeownership45.7%
Owner-Occupied45.7%
Renter-Occupied54.3%
Housing Units487
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,271
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Washington, 43.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.8% of residents, above the national average. 46.8% have high blood pressure. 23.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 37.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,534. The dentist ratio is 1:2,908. 55.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure46.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.0%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.2%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity37.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep44.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,534
Dentists1:2,908
Mental Health1:1,270
Checkup Rate82.3%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities102
Washington has a violent crime rate of 1,738 per 100,000 residents, 357% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,135 per 100,000, 264% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Washington receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,738.1/100K
357% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property7,134.6/100K
264% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Washington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 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 61.6 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 63 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation63 ft (19 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates30.6156°N, 92.0599°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEvangeline Parish County
Nearest AirportLafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field (LFT)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.6"
62% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"
Driest Month (Oct) 4.49"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score75.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.6 / 100
Community Resilience20.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 159 km
2021 Ida Category 4 121 km
2020 Laura Category 4 129 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 211 km
2020 Delta Category 2 99 km
2019 Barry Category 1 114 km
2017 Nate Category 1 286 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 202 km
2008 Ike Category 2 291 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 38 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 152 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 238 km
2005 Rita Category 3 185 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 246 km
2002 Lili Category 3 72 km
1997 Danny Category 1 261 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 37 km
1989 Chantal Category 1 245 km
1988 Florence Category 1 295 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

663 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 38 fatalities, 642 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 10, 2021 EF3 11 km 1
May 17, 2020 EF3 26 km 1
Oct 14, 1984 EF3 87 km 0
May 20, 1983 EF3 36 km 0
Feb 9, 1983 EF3 27 km 0
Feb 9, 1983 EF3 33 km 0
Jan 31, 1983 EF3 37 km 1
Jan 31, 1983 EF3 69 km 1
Jun 5, 1981 EF3 86 km 0
Apr 21, 1977 EF3 37 km 1
Oct 29, 1974 EF3 48 km 0
Oct 29, 1974 EF3 83 km 2
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 95 km 0
Feb 29, 1972 EF3 66 km 0
Jun 22, 1971 EF3 92 km 0
Dec 25, 1969 EF3 71 km 1
Dec 25, 1969 EF3 87 km 0
May 1, 1967 EF3 84 km 0
Sep 10, 1961 EF3 72 km 1
Nov 7, 1957 EF3 52 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,496 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNNAMED 12,496 58 km
2023 HWY 113 7,104 85 km
2021 C-368 366 365 364 75 5,919 80 km
2013 UNNAMED 5,381 96 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,777 86 km
2019 C-371/369/34 4,481 78 km
2024 RX CALV C-262-265 4,445 98 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,648 76 km
2000 UNNAMED 3,599 92 km
2013 UNNAMED 3,430 99 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,338 78 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,336 94 km
2019 C-265 3,336 97 km
2018 UNNAMED 3,203 78 km
2024 RX CALE C-34-369 3,183 79 km
2022 C-34/369 3,160 79 km
2022 C-125/126/130 3,158 100 km
2005 UNNAMED 3,143 90 km
2016 UNNAMED 3,113 79 km
2010 C-125-126 3,102 100 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
March 60°F (16°C) 5.0 in
April 67°F (19°C) 5.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.3 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in Driest
November 59°F (15°C) 5.1 in
December 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in

Washington has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (4.5").

View full weather details →
Washington is located in Evangeline Parish County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74% of the vote, a 49.1-point margin. 66.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 102 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score3.97
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyEvangeline Parish County

Services

Broadband Access66.7%
Avg Download Speed25.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants26
Retail Stores93

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%
Average costs for common services in Washington. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$572
Toddler$572
Preschool$574
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$462
Toddler$462
Preschool$462
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Evangeline 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 2,352 121 $38,184 2.10
Retail Trade 1,047 116 $28,754 1.34
Manufacturing 562 14 $76,323 0.87
Administrative & Waste Services 515 23 $57,952 1.12
Transportation & Warehousing 326 20 $57,555 0.98
Finance & Insurance 245 40 $56,176 0.77
Construction 193 46 $51,172 0.47
Wholesale Trade 146 22 $55,291 0.47
Utilities 94 10 $70,928 3.16
Agriculture & Forestry 85 19 $38,643 1.34
Professional & Technical Services 82 46 $46,657 0.15
Other Services 69 26 $45,012 0.29
Real Estate 43 17 $38,480 0.35
Information & Technology 37 8 $35,887 0.25
Mining & Oil/Gas 20 6 $117,741 0.68
Management of Companies 13 5 $48,358 0.10
Educational Services 7 5 $28,329 0.04

Schools in Washington

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
North Central High School High 308 31 9.9:1
Grand Prairie Elementary School Elementary 258 16 16.1:1
Washington Elementary School Elementary 132 10 13.2:1
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Radio Stations near Washington

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Rewind KVOL 1330 oldies AAC 32 kbps
103.7 The Game sports AAC 32 kbps
KAJN Radio christian contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
KRVS blues, cajun music AAC+ 128 kbps
KSLO 105.3 The Home Of Zydeco blues, swamp rock AAC 32 kbps
94.5 KSMB pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Washington

7 national parks and monuments found near Washington.

ParkTypeFee
Chicot State Park District II State Park Free
Cypremort Point State Park-wlf Field Off State Park Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park State Park Free
Natchez National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Natchez State Park State Park Free
Palmetto Island State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Park State Park Free

Trails Near Washington

1 trails found near Washington.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CLAIBORNE WOODWORTH 20.6 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Washington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CREOLE HERITAGE FOLK LIFE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3374070250
OPELOUSAS MUSEUM AND INTERPRETIVE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3379482589
OPELOUSAS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM315 N MAIN ST3379482589
ZYDECO HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3373810592

Libraries in Washington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OPELOUSAS-EUNICE PUBLIC212 EAST GROLEE STREET0.096,580
EVANGELINE PARISH916 WEST MAIN STREET0.056,520
SOUTH ST. LANDRY COMMUNITY LIBRARY235 MARIE STREET0.016,982
WASHINGTON MUNICIPAL LIBRARY418 NORTH MAIN STREET0.0900

Farmers Markets in Washington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
St Landry Farmers Market925 E. Landry St
Ville Platte Farmers MarketCorner of Main Street and NE Railroad Street (Allen Ortego Downtown Park)06/21/2013 to 11/15/2013Fri: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Washington

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant

Gas Stations in Washington

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Texaco

Golf Courses in Washington

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Red Oaks Golf Club

Breweries in Washington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bayou Teche BrewingBars / Taverns, Tourist Information & Attractions, Arnaudville Bars and Lounges, Food & Drink, LA, 1106 Bushville Hwy3373038000, 3377549969, 3377545122Visit

Pharmacies in Washington

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE PHARMACY 904 HIGHWAY 363 337-826-9810

EV Charging Stations in Washington

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Historic Washington Tourist Center109 St Landry Veterans Memorial HwyNon-Networked2J1772public

Cell Towers in Washington

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
NEAR ROUTE 2 PO BOX 28CC HIGHWAY 71 (76487)GTOWER125
1316 Portage Levee Rd. (120492)GTOWER106
Approx. 1400ft. N of SR93; approx. 2950ft. NW of int. of SR93 with SR31TOWER96
Approx. 1400ft. N of SR93; approx. 2950ft. NW of int. of SR93 with SR31TOWER96
412 Fuselier Lane (85111)GTOWER96
210 NAKEL LANE (76492)GTOWER94
676 Nap LaneTOWER93
676 Nap LaneTOWER93
1609A BUSHVILLE (65484)GTOWER90
Corner of Louisiana Highway 10 and Stelly RoadTOWER79
Corner of Louisiana Highway 10 and Stelly RoadTOWER79
273 MUSCADINE ROADTOWER70
273 MUSCADINE ROADTOWER70
200 Block of Evangeline DriveTOWER59
200 Block of Evangeline DriveTOWER59
800' E of the inter of US 190 & N Bullard St on the N side of US 190TOWER47
800' E of the inter of US 190 & N Bullard St on the N side of US 190TOWER47

Fire Stations in Washington

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Saint Landry Fire Protection District #73449 Highway 361Volunteer318-939-2111

Bridges in Washington

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19831,14023,498G
CulvertConcrete19832823,498F
SlabConcrete198320023,498F
SlabConcrete198622521,048F
SlabConcrete198620021,048F
SlabConcrete198614021,048F
SlabConcrete198618021,048F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198658221,048G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198796821,048G
SlabConcrete198320013,540F
SlabConcrete198620013,540F
SlabConcrete198614013,540F
SlabConcrete198618013,540F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198661513,540G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198952113,540P
SlabConcrete198622513,540F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198796813,540G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19831,14013,540G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19894959,668P
SlabConcrete19551008,773F
CulvertConcrete1955227,630G
CulvertConcrete1932307,630F
SlabConcrete19611203,283F
Tee BeamConcrete19361822,508F
SlabConcrete19861142,250F
SlabConcrete20041802,097G
SlabConcrete19622002,097F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20092402,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19874161,710G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19362951,533F
CulvertSteel2001281,336G
SlabConcrete1990133600G
SlabConcrete197176575F
CulvertConcrete200027550G
SlabConcrete200580410G
SlabConcrete200580385G
CulvertConcrete198322333G
SlabConcrete201360325G
SlabConcrete199557225G
CulvertSteel199431125G
SlabConcrete200096100G
SlabConcrete196220066F

Superfund Sites Near Washington

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CABOT CORP - VILLE PLATTE PLANT2066 CABOT RDEVANGELINE
CABOT CORP - VILLE PLATTE PLANT2066 CABOT RDEVANGELINE
EVANGELINE POWER STATION2180 ST LANDRY HWYEVANGELINE

Airports Near Washington

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acadiana Regional AirportARAMedium Airport
Alexandria International AirportAEXMedium Airport
Lafayette Regional AirportLFTMedium Airport
A J Patrol AirportSmall Airport
Abbeville Chris Crusta Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Ace Flying AirportSmall Airport
Aeleron AirportSmall Airport
Ag Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Allen Parish AirportSmall Airport
Angola AirstripSmall Airport
Basile Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Batchelor AirportSmall Airport
Bordelon AirparkSmall Airport
Bordelonville AirportSmall Airport
Bunkie Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Bunkie Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Castille FieldSmall Airport
Central Farmers Coop AirportSmall Airport
Chandler AirportSmall Airport
Chataignier AirportSmall Airport
Chitimacha Air ParkSmall Airport
Church Point Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Cloverleaf AirportSmall Airport
Coles Island AirportSmall Airport
Countryside AirportSmall Airport
Couvillion AirportSmall Airport
Craig's FieldSmall Airport
D I's Cajun Restaurant AirportSmall Airport
Detel AirportSmall Airport
Detraz Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Dufour AirportSmall Airport
Dufour AirportSmall Airport
Dupuis AirportSmall Airport
Eunice AirportUCESmall Airport
F L Braughton AirportSmall Airport
False River Regional AirportSmall Airport
Freebird FieldSmall Airport
Gary Landing Strip UltralightportSmall Airport
Gerald's AirstripSmall Airport
Gladney AirportSmall Airport
Glenn's Strip UltralightportSmall Airport
Grass Roots AirportSmall Airport
Hains AirstripSmall Airport
Hanks AirportSmall Airport
Harrington Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Industrial Helicopters Inc. AirportSmall Airport
Innis AirportSmall Airport
Jasmine Hill AirportSmall Airport
Jeff Isl AirportSmall Airport
Jennings AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Washington

17 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arnaudville Police Department107 Rue de Jausiers
Church Point Police Department
Evangeline Parish Police Jury
Evangeline Parish Sheriff415 West Cotton Street
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Leonville Police Department
Opelousas Police Department
Opelousas Police Department
Port Barre Police Department
Saint Landry Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martin Parish Police Jury
Sunset Police Department
Ville Platte City Marshal's Office
Ville Platte Police Department
Washington Police Department

Grocery Stores in Washington

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 14124Other4502 Highway 167
Family Dollar 5470Other553 Veterans Blvd
Norma's Main Street Grocery 3378269606Convenience Store517 South Main Street
Queb's Country StoreConvenience Store3007 Highway 167
Washington Fast FoodConvenience Store311 N Main Street

Post Offices in Washington

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Washington Post Office

Treatment Centers in Washington

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Opelousas Behavioral Health ClinicBoth337-948-0226
Saint Landry Parish Drug CourtSubstance Abuse337-407-2662

DOL Wage Violations in Washington

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $3,853 in back wages owed to 8 employees.

1
Violations
$3,853
Back Wages Owed
8
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Town of Washington 70589 2 $3,853 $482 8

Churches & Religious Organizations in Washington

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
VILLE PLATTE CHRISTIAN MISSION LTD642 WATER TOWER RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington

What is the population of Washington?

Washington has a population of 864 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,041 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.3% female and 42.7% male.

Is Washington expensive to live in?

Washington 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 $36,944, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,300 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Washington safe?

Public safety is a concern in Washington, with a violent crime rate of 1,738 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,135 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Washington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Washington?

Washington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Washington?

The job market in Washington is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 646 business establishments in the area, including 26 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 53 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Washington?

The median home value in Washington is $115,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,559. For renters, the median monthly rent is $618. Fair market rent is $761 for a 1-bedroom and $834 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 45.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,271.

How are the schools in Washington?

Schools in Washington have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.8% of adults in Washington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Washington?

The obesity rate in Washington is 43.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.2% of adults are smokers. 37.7% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 55.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,534.

What is transportation like in Washington?

The average commute in Washington is 53 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Washington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Washington is 30.4% White, 59.7% Black or African American, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino. 86.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 84.6% have health insurance coverage.

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