Lake Charles city, Louisiana
Official LSAD Designation: Lake Charles city • Census GEOID: 2241155
• Calcasieu Parish
Lake Charles city is an incorporated city in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. According to official records from the Census (2025), Lake Charles city had an estimated population of 82,676 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Lake Charles city (GEOID 2241155).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Lake Charles
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 900, LAKE CHARLES LA 70602-0900
Parish Of Calcasieu
County
Official Title:
Police Jury President
Address:
PO BOX 3287, LAKE CHARLES LA 70602-3287
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82,676 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $59,235 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $214,300 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 47.48 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).