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Rapides Parish
City in Louisiana, United States
Overview
Rapides Parish, anchored by Alexandria and Pineville, is a blend of historic charm, southern hospitality, and natural beauty in central Louisiana. Visitors can explore antebellum sites, scenic parks, and experience a unique Creole and Cajun heritage.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Louisiana
Population
130,023
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
31.20°, -92.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
54
Female Safety
52
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
63
Food Safety
91
Monthly Cost
$2,273
Local Cost
$1,308
Local Income
$2,550
Cashless
75
English
99
Temperature
19.2°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
10.0°C
Record High
41.5°C
Record Low
-8.2°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1507 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AEX
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 67/100.
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