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DeRidder is a town in Louisiana with a population of 9,850. DeRidder is in Beauregard Parish. Living in DeRidder offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in DeRidder and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in DeRidder are above average.
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$142,200
National
$281,900
Median Rent
$936
National
$1,268
Area Feel
Based on the housing stock, population density, and the proximity of amenities of the area.
Suburban Rural Mix
Rent vs. Own
Rent
36%
Own
64%
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
gradeB minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Assault
320.4
national 282.7
Murder
10.3
national 6.1
Rape
72.4
national 40.7
Robbery
national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
Burglary
165.4
national 500.1
Theft
1,312.8
national 2,042.8
Motor Vehicle Theft
See AlsoForm Center • City Hall72.4
national 284
Residents
Diversity
gradeA+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
<10 years
12%
10-17 years
11%
18-24 years
7%
25-34 years
17%
35-44 years
10%
45-54 years
12%
55-64 years
13%
65+ years
18%
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Education Levels
National
Master's degree or higher
9%
national 13%
Bachelor's degree
13%
national 21%
Some college or associate's degree
30%
national 28%
High school diploma or equivalent
36%
national 26%
Less than high school diploma
12%
national 11%
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Working in DeRidder
Median Household Income
$56,607
National
$75,149
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DeRidder Reviews
Rating 3.76 out of 5 21 reviews
Rating 3 out of 5
I would like to see more businesses in our area that are open later and also make it more convenient for us to get the things we need. An hour drive to the closest bigger city is just not always the best.
- Current Resident
- 4 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Deridder is known for its rich history, with influences from various cultures, including Native American and European settlers. It played a significant role in the timber industry, as the area was once heavily forested with pine trees. Tourists and locals alike can enjoy the beauty of nearby natural attractions, such as the Kisatchie National Forest, which offers opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and fishing. My personal favorite attractions in Deridder, Louisiana are the Gothic "Hanging" Jail and the Waffle Shoppe. The town has a very charming small town feel to it, where everybody knows everybody. The only thing I'd like to see change is them gaining a Starbucks, everything else should stay the same.
- Current Resident
- 11 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I have lived in DeRidder since June 2020 and I am pleased to say that it is a great place to temporarily stay. I do not see myself permanently living here for my entire life, however I do believe that it opens new opportunities to all individuals and represents community well. Compared to where I lived before, I appreciate its efforts to create different ways of gathering, such as Miracle on Washington Street, family friendly Christmas and Mardi Gras parades, as well as the fireworks show in downtown for the Fourth of July. DeRidder also advocates for the beautification of our parks and other areas of town. Not only that, but fast food and ordinary restaurants are within a ten minute driving distance and typically fast service.
- Current Resident
- Feb 27 2023
