East Baton Rouge County

As of the latest census, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA, has a population of approximately 457,000. The racial composition is around 46% Black or African American, 42% White, 3% Asian, and 3% two or more races, with 4% Hispanic or Latino origin. The parish has a median household income of about $51,000 and a poverty rate of roughly 20%. The median age is around 33 years. Education-wise, approximately 89% are high school graduates and 30% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, the median home value in East Baton Rouge Parish, LA, stands at approximately $210,000. The median rent is around $1,050 per month. Homeownership rate is approximately 62%, while the remaining 38% are renters. The housing market has seen a modest annual appreciation rate of about 3-4%. There are diverse housing options, including single-family homes, apartments, and townhomes. The area has experienced steady demand due to its strong job market and educational institutions.

East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, often holds various elections, including for mayor-president, Metro Council, and school board positions.

2020 Mayoral Election:

• Sharon Weston Broome (D): Incumbent, won with 57.2% (73,370 votes)
• Steve Carter (R): 42.8% (54,918 votes)

Metro Council (12 districts):

• Representatives elected for each district, varying candidates.

School Board:

• Several districts up for election, each with varying candidates.

2023 Election Schedule:

• Gubernatorial Election: Primaries in October, runoff in November if needed.
• General and Local Elections: Regularly scheduled for fall.

Voter Registration:

• Approximately 295,000 registered voters.

Polling Locations:

• Over 100 polling locations throughout the parish.

Additional Information:

• Voters can check the East Baton Rouge Registrar of Voters website for detailed voting locations, sample ballots, and candidate information for upcoming elections.

Efforts to keep the elections transparent and fair continue with robust voter education and engagement programs.

As of the most recent data, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA shows promising educational statistics. About 24.4% of residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the Louisiana state average of approximately 23.4% and the national average of 32.1%. High school graduation rates in the parish stand at 86.7%, slightly above the state average of 85% but trailing the national average of 88%. These figures highlight that while East Baton Rouge is ahead of the state in terms of educational attainment, it still lags behind national benchmarks in higher education.

East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, has a diverse employment landscape. As of the latest data, the unemployment rate in East Baton Rouge sits at about 4.9%, compared to the national average of approximately 3.5% and the Louisiana state average of around 4.4%.

Key industries in East Baton Rouge include healthcare and social assistance, which employs about 16% of the workforce, educational services (13%), and public administration (11%). Retail trade and accommodation/food services also feature prominently, at about 10% each.

Nationally, healthcare and social assistance employ around 14% of the workforce, educational services about 8%, and public administration about 5%. In Louisiana, healthcare employs roughly 15%, followed by retail trade at 11%, and educational services at 9%.

This comparison shows that East Baton Rouge has a higher concentration in public administration and educational services than both the national and state averages, highlighting its strong local government and educational institutions.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, stands at approximately $63,200. Comparatively, the national average household income is about $68,700, while the state of Louisiana has an average household income of around $55,200.

Below is a statistics table for clarity:

East Baton Rouge Parish fares better than the state average but falls short of the national average.

Sources have been omitted for continuity and readability, but these figures are based on recent census and economic data.

As of the latest available data, East Baton Rouge Parish, LA, experiences various crime rates. Based on the 2021 statistics, the region had a violent crime rate of approximately 6.5 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate was about 32 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Statistics Table for East Baton Rouge Parish, LA (2021)

These figures offer a snapshot of the overall crime environment in East Baton Rouge Parish, LA, but actual numbers may fluctuate slightly year over year. Always refer to the latest local crime reports