District 12, Louisiana
District 12 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 12 is a geographic entity located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 43,833. The land area covers 15.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,833 | ±2,614 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.4 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 19,487 | ±1,155 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 23,300 | ±1,028 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 19,487 | ±1,155 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,813 | ±638 |
| Median Home Value | $370,200 | ±$24,783 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,252 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,378 | ±$5,292 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,713 | ±$6,672 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.8% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,086 | ±1,707 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,487 | ±1,526 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±7.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Baker, LA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-10 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
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College | 2.2 mi away | 156 Thomas Boyd Hall, Baton Rouge, LA, 70803-2750 |
2255783202
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CARVER BRANCH
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 720 TERRACE STREET, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70802 |
(225) 389-7440
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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
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College | 2.3 mi away | 5414 Brittany Dr, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808 |
2255261700
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BLUEBONNET REGIONAL BRANCH
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 9200 BLUEBONNET BOULEVARD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70810 |
(225) 763-2240
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Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing & School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 3.4 mi away | 3616 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806 |
2253877623
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EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 7711 GOODWOOD BOULEVARD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806 |
(225) 231-3700
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Baton Rouge Community College
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College | 3.5 mi away | 201 Community College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806 |
8662179823
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EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE #1
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 7711 GOODWOOD BOULEVARD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806 |
(225) 231-3700
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University of Louisiana-System Administration
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College | 4.9 mi away | Claiborne Building, 1201 N. 3rd St., Suite 7-300, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802 |
2253426950
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EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE #2
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 7711 GOODWOOD BOULEVARD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806 |
(225) 231-3700
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LSU BEN-HUR FARM, LA US, located 2.6 miles from District 12. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.7° | 40.2° | 50.4° | 5.82" | — |
| February | 64.6° | 43.9° | 54.2° | 4.65" | — |
| March | 71.3° | 49.8° | 60.5° | 4.38" | — |
| April | 77.6° | 56.1° | 66.8° | 4.89" | — |
| May | 84.3° | 64.6° | 74.5° | 5.60" | — |
| June | 89.1° | 71.1° | 80.1° | 6.54" | — |
| July | 90.6° | 73.0° | 81.8° | 4.74" | — |
| August | 90.8° | 72.3° | 81.6° | 6.09" | — |
| September | 87.7° | 68.0° | 77.8° | 4.45" | — |
| October | 80.3° | 57.1° | 68.7° | 4.20" | — |
| November | 70.2° | 47.3° | 58.7° | 3.95" | — |
| December | 63.2° | 42.3° | 52.8° | 5.19" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardere CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Baton Rouge city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Port Allen city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Brusly town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| St. George city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Addis town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2203395623. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.