Minden, Louisiana

Population 13,062

Minden is located in Webster Parish, LA. The population is 13,062, making Minden the largest city in Webster Parish.

There are 6 public schools in Minden with an average Homefacts rating of C+. The total crime rate for Minden is moderate , and there are 72 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Minden is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Minden property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Minden include Dixie Inn, Sibley and Dubberly.

Minden Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average
  • No High School Diploma: 16.6%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 66.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 16.8%

Crime Rate

40.67% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 117
  • Violent Crimes: 876
  • Robbery: 159
  • Burglary: 918
  • Property Crime: 3
  • Larceny Theft: 2

Registered Offenders

75.43% Higher than national avg.
  • 72 offenders in Minden
  • 55.12 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

126 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 1
  • Registered Polluters: 4
  • Superfunds: 3
  • Tanks & Spills: 118

Unemployment

Moderate 4.2%
  • Louisiana unemployment average: 3.8%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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6 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 6 K-12 public schools in Minden, LA and 0 private schools. Homefacts rates Minden's schools as Above average, with an overall C+ rating.

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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0 Former Drug Labs view all

  • Good news! No Drug lab found in Minden, LA

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4 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Minden, LA issued 4 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Minden, LA issued 12 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $529
  • 1 Bedroom: $537
  • 2 Bedrooms: $696
  • 3 Bedrooms: $977
  • 4 Bedrooms: $992

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Environmental Hazards

126 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (308/320)
    Minden, LA has 96.25% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Minden, LA is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 5.39 Average
    Minden, LA is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 46.72°
  • February 50.48°
  • March 58.3°
  • April 65.98°
  • May 74.11°
  • June 82.64°
  • July 84.58°
  • August 85.1°
  • September 77.28°
  • October 65.84°
  • November 57°
  • December 46.83°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Minden, LA

Earthquakes
Minden, LA has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Minden, LA has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Minden, LA has a low risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Minden, LA has a high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Minden, LA: $30,014

Unemployment

Unemployment in Minden is 4.2%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 3.8% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 51.34%
White Collar - 48.66%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Bobby Jindal
  • Sen. Bill Cassidy
  • Sen. David Vitter

City Representatives

  • John Fleming

Neighborhood Info

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Nearest Major Airports

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1 Hospital view all

1 Library view all

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