Donaldsonville, LA Rankings

Donaldsonville, Louisiana is a vibrant and growing city located in Ascension Parish. It has a variety of attractions, including its historic downtown area, the Mississippi River Bridge, and a number of excellent restaurants and shops. According to BestPlaces, Donaldsonville ranks highly for its business freedom, cost of living, education quality, job growth and safety. In terms of business freedom, Donaldsonville ranks above average with businesses having few restrictions on starting up or operating operations within the city. Additionally, despite being an affordable place to live compared to some other cities in the US with significantly higher costs of living, Donaldsonville still provides quality education opportunities as well as rewarding jobs that will see continual growth in coming years. Finally, Donaldsonville remains one of the safest cities in Louisiana with crime rates far lower than both state and national averages. All taken together these rankings make it clear why Donaldsonville has become such a popular destination for families looking for their next home.

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