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Louisiana

Cajun Culture and Bayou Beauty.

A Message from the Governor

Gov. Edwards continues to do what the people elected him to do: Put Louisiana First.

John Bel Edwards

John Bel Edwards

About Louisiana

Louisiana, often referred to as the “Pelican State” and known for its vibrant culture, unique cuisine, and diverse landscapes, is a captivating state located in the southeastern region of the United States. With a rich blend of French, African, Spanish, and Creole influences, Louisiana offers a sensory journey like no other.

Louisiana’s culture is a tapestry woven from a variety of influences, including French, African, Spanish, and Native American traditions. The state’s cities, particularly New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette, pulsate with music, dance, and vibrant celebrations.

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Crimes Overview

Louisiana’s murder rate is significantly higher than the national average, while the rape, assault, robbery, and kidnapping rates are also above the national average. The state faces challenges with burglary, vandalism, blackmail, theft, and drug offenses, all higher than the national average. However, motor vehicle theft is lower. Weapon law violations are a significant concern and are considerably higher than the national average.

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Louisiana Crime Rates by City

Abbeville

Alexandria

Arnaudville

Baker

Basile

Bastrop

Baton Rouge

Bernice

Blanchard

Bogalusa

Bossier City

Broussard

Church Point

Clinton

De Ridder

Dixie Inn

Erath

Fisher

Golden Meadow

Gonzales

Greenwood

Gretna

Hammond

Harahan

Heflin

Houma

Iowa

Jennings

Kenner

Krotz Springs

Lake Charles

Lutcher

Mansfield

Marion

Marksville

Monroe

Morgan City

Opelousas

Patterson

Pearl River

Plain Dealing

Ponchatoula

Port Allen

Rayne

Rayville

Ruston

Sibley

Slidell

Tallulah

Sulphur

Thibodaux

Vidalia

Vinton

Walker

Westlake

West Monroe

Westwego

Zachary

Metropolitan Counties

Acadia

Ascension

Bossier

Caddo

Calcasieu

East Baton Rouge

Grant

Iberville

Jefferson

Lafayette

Lafourche

Livingston

Morehouse

Ouachita

Plaquemines

Pointe Coupee

Rapides

St. Bernard

St. Charles

St. Helena

St. James

St. John the Baptist

Tangipahoa

Power

Terrebonne

Vermilion

West Baton Rouge

West Feliciana

Non-Metropolitan Counties

Beauregard

Bienville

Caldwell

Catahoula

Claiborne

Concordia

East Carroll

Franklin

Jackson

Lincoln

Richland

St. Landry

St. Mary

Tensas

West Carroll

Washington

Webster

Winn