District 3, Louisiana
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,673. The land area covers 125.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,673 | ±334 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±8.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 718 | ±142 | 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 | 851 | ±142 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 718 | ±142 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 133 | ±60 |
| Median Home Value | $95,200 | ±$6,376 |
| Median Gross Rent | $523 | ±$153 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $33,103 | ±$6,844 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,247 | ±$4,010 |
| Poverty Rate | 27.3% | ±12% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 457 | ±221 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 658 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73% | ±6.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 12,412 (2024)
ID: 193413
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
100 COURTHOUSE DR, STE 2100, ARCADIA LA 71001
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Arcadia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Bienville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dubberly, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Arcadia, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Minden, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Gibsland, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Minden, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Minden, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Sibley, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Minden, 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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Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
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College | 11.5 mi away | 9500 Industrial Drive, Minden, LA, 71055-0000 |
3183713035
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GIBSLAND BRANCH
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 1141 FIRST STREET, GIBSLAND, LA, 71028 |
(318) 843-1690
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Grambling State University
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College | 22.6 mi away | 403 Main Street, Grambling, LA, 71245 |
3182473811
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HEFLIN BRANCH
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 7041 HIGHWAY 531, HEFLIN, LA, 71039 |
(318) 371-1027
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BIENVILLE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 2768 MAPLE STREET, ARCADIA, LA, 71001 |
(318) 263-7410
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SIBLEY BRANCH
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 127 SE 4TH STREET, SIBLEY, LA, 71073 |
(318) 377-1320
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WEBSTER PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 521 EAST AND WEST, MINDEN, LA, 71055 |
(318) 371-3080
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RINGGOLD BRANCH
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 2078 HALL STREET, RINGGOLD, LA, 71068 |
(318) 894-9770
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CASTOR BRANCH
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 1955 HWY 507, CASTOR, LA, 71016 |
(318) 544-8451
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DOYLINE BRANCH
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 333 MAIN STREET, DOYLINE, LA, 71023 |
(318) 745-3800
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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 BIENVILLE 3 NE, LA US, located 12.2 miles from District 3. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.5° | 35.9° | 46.7° | 6.19" | 0.2" |
| February | 61.3° | 39.2° | 50.3° | 5.63" | 0.1" |
| March | 69.6° | 45.9° | 57.7° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| April | 76.8° | 52.6° | 64.7° | 5.93" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.7° | 61.3° | 72.5° | 5.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.0° | 68.7° | 79.4° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.1° | 71.6° | 82.4° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.4° | 70.8° | 82.1° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 65.1° | 76.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.4° | 53.3° | 65.8° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.2° | 43.4° | 55.3° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.9° | 37.4° | 48.2° | 6.14" | 0.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lebanon town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Gibsland town | Town | 4.2 mi | — |
| Bryceland village | Village | 7.2 mi | — |
| Dubberly village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Heflin village | Village | 10.4 mi | — |
| Arcadia town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2201394396. • 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.