| Population | 177,908 (2010-2014), rank #229 |
| Population Growth | 2.99% since 2005-2009, see rank |
| Population Density: | 115.74/sq mi, rank #336 |
| Median Household Income: | $38,406 at 2010-2014—0.49% increase since 2005-2009, rank #733 |
| Median House Price: | $116,000 at 2010-2014—16.58% increase since 2005-2009, rank #490 |
| Time Zone: | Central GMT -6:00 with Daylight Saving in the Summer |
| Land Area: | 1,487.39 sq mi, rank #311 |
| Water Area: | 49.76 sq mi (3.24%), rank #267 |
| State: | Louisiana |