Monroe

LA

Ouachita Parish, Louisiana

Population 158K |Median income $54,688 |5 hospitals

Population
158,480
Ouachita Parish
Median Income
$54,688
-20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$194,400
-15% vs avg
Median Age
36.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
158K+2%
Median Income
$54,688+40%
Median Home Value
$194,400+64%
Poverty Rate
23.2%+0%
Unemployment
6.5%-20%

Economics

Median Rent
$959/mo
Poverty Rate
23.2% +63% vs avg
Unemployment 6.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.6%
Work From Home 8.3%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 56.4%
African American 37.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
44.6%
Obesity
43.9%
Short Sleep Duration
40.3%
Physical Inactivity
32.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.8%
Current Smoking
17.9%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Diabetes
15.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Current Asthma
10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.9%
Annual Checkup 81.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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2
★★
1
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0
Average Rating
2.7/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
3
OCHSNER LSU HEALTH MONROE
MONROE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ST FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER
MONROE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
GLENWOOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
WEST MONROE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Monroe Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Monroe, LA? ▼
Monroe, LA has a population of 158,480 people, located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Monroe? ▼
The median household income in Monroe, LA is $54,688 per year. The poverty rate is 23.2%.
What is the median home value in Monroe? ▼
The median home value in Monroe, LA is $194,400. Median rent is $959/month.
What are the top health concerns in Monroe? ▼
The top health indicators in Monroe include High Blood Pressure (44.6%), Obesity (43.9%), Short Sleep Duration (40.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Monroe? ▼
Monroe has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Monroe? ▼
The median age in Monroe, LA is 36.6 years. 28.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Monroe, LA is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 158K and a median household income of $54,688, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Monroe 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 (Ouachita 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.