Best Places to Live in DeRidder, Louisiana

DeRidder, LA is a city located in Beauregard Parish with a population of approximately 10,000 people. It was originally founded as a logging camp in the late 1890s, but has since evolved into an industrial hub due to its proximity to nearby timber and mineral resources. The city is home to many manufacturing facilities, ranging from recreational vehicles to agricultural products. DeRidder also offers many recreational activities for residents and visitors alike. Popular attractions include the USS Orleck Naval Museum, two state parks (Fausse Point State Park and Chicot State Park), an art museum, and several golf courses. For those looking for outdoor adventure or simply some peaceful respite away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, DeRidder is an ideal destination.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in DeRidder is 4.4% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. DeRidder jobs have decreased by 1.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, DeRidder's cost of living is 21.5% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare DeRidder's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

October, April and March are the most pleasant months in DeRidder, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Beauregard parish remained overwhelmingly Republican, 83.0% to 15.5%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

DeRidder's population is 10,060 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 5.9%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 21.8 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in DeRidder is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 6.1%.

SCHOOLS

DeRidder public schools spend $11,813 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.8 students per teacher in DeRidder. More Education

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Housing Market in DeRidder

It's a good time to buy in DeRidder. Home Appreciation is up 6.1% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in DeRidder is .

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