DeRidder

Beauregard Parish, Louisiana

Population 37K |Median income $65,944 |2 hospitals

Population

36,676

Beauregard Parish

Median Income

$65,944

-3% vs avg

Median Home Value

$161,700

-29% vs avg

Median Age

37.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

37K+2%

Median Income

$65,944+42%

Median Home Value

$161,700+72%

Poverty Rate

14.3%-15%

Unemployment

6.7%-1%

Economics

Median Rent

$898/mo

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Unemployment 6.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.1%

Work From Home 4%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 80%

African American 11.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

40.7%

High Blood Pressure

39.7%

Short Sleep Duration

35.9%

Physical Inactivity

29.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

20%

Current Smoking

18.5%

Binge Drinking

18.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.8%

Diabetes

13.4%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.1%

Annual Checkup 80.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Stroke

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BEAUREGARD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

DERIDDER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — DeRidder Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of DeRidder, LA? ▼

DeRidder, LA has a population of 36,676 people, located in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in DeRidder? ▼

The median household income in DeRidder, LA is $65,944 per year. The poverty rate is 14.3%.

What is the median home value in DeRidder? ▼

The median home value in DeRidder, LA is $161,700. Median rent is $898/month.

What are the top health concerns in DeRidder? ▼

The top health indicators in DeRidder include Obesity (40.7%), High Blood Pressure (39.7%), Short Sleep Duration (35.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in DeRidder? ▼

DeRidder has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in DeRidder? ▼

The median age in DeRidder, LA is 37.2 years. 17.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

DeRidder, LA is located in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $65,944, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the DeRidder area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Beauregard Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.