Sulphur, LA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Calcasieu Parish County · Louisiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Sulphur based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
21,004
2023 ACS
Median Income
$58,044
2023
Median Home Value
$175,200
2023
Median Rent
$1,015
2023
Median Age
39.3
Unemployment
4.6%
Cost of Living Index
92.0
100 = national avg
Sulphur is a city in Calcasieu Parish County, Louisiana, with a population of 21,004 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Sulphur is one of the communities in Louisiana.
The median household income in Sulphur is $58,044, and the median home value is $175,200. The cost of living index is 92.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,015 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, and the median age is 39.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
21,004
Male
9,888
47.1%
Female
11,116
52.9%
Median Age
39.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
11.2%
High School or Higher
38.0%
Foreign Born
3.3%
Veterans
6.8%
Married
34.3%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.239
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
86.8%
Foreign Born
3.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
895 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
19,636
English Only
93.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
606 speakers
Limited English
2.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.1%
Limited English Proficiency
2.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,432
6.8% of population
Disability Rate
23.4%
335 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$47,596
Unemployment Rate
3.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,159
80.9%
Female Veterans
273
19.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$47,596
Non-Veteran Income
$29,809
Difference
$17,787
59.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
335
Without Disability
1,097
Disability Rate
23.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
11,831
#1 Ancestry
French
14.7% (3,081)
#2 Ancestry
English
9.5% (1,999)
#3 Ancestry
American
7.4% (1,563)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
8,495
Family Households
4,867
57.3%
Married Couples
3,370
39.7%
Non-Family Households
3,628
42.7%
Single Mother Households
1,204
14.2%
Single Father Households
293
3.4%
Living Alone
3,362
39.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,354
In Married Couple
2,922
67.1%
With Single Mother
1,054
24.2%
With Single Father
378
8.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$75,203
Married Couple Income
$83,815
Single Mother Income
$46,898
Single Father Income
$65,083
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
414
Grandparents Responsible
65
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$58,044
-21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$30,014
-19% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.2%
+26% vs national
Gini Index
0.4308
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.6%
-11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.5%
of households
How Sulphur Compares
Sulphur vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Sulphur is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Sulphur, LA has a median household income of $58,044, making it the 17,442nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher median household income than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Sulphur, LA has a per capita income of $30,014, making it the 17,250th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher per capita income than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Sulphur, LA has a poverty rate of 17.2%, making it the 9,184th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher poverty rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Sulphur, LA has a unemployment rate of 4.6%, making it the 12,675th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher unemployment rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Sulphur. The median household income here is $58,044.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
-31% vs LA avg
Labor Force
9,220
Employed
8,792
Mean Commute
16 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
11.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.3
Work from Home
3.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Lake Charles, LA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$100.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
92.0
100 = national avg
-8.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,479
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,677
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$928
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,217
per month
The median household income in Sulphur, LA is $58,044, which is 20.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $30,014. The poverty rate of 17.2% is lower than the LA state average of 22.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4308, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, compared to the state average of 6.7%. The labor force is 9,220. 11.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 16 minutes, with 3.6% working from home. About 86.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 92.0, which is 8.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 96.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,479 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$199,000
Median List Price
$216,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$115
Days on Market
124
Active Inventory
102
Months of Supply
5.4
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$190,723
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,136
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
9.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
19
New Listings
24
Pending Sales
21
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$115
Median List $/SF
$119
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Sulphur, LA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Lake Charles, LA metro area, home prices have risen 76.8% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 31.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 14.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 0.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Lake Charles, LA housing market rather than Sulphur alone.
Metro area: Lake Charles, LA
Sulphur vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Sulphur is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Sulphur, LA has a median home value of $175,200, making it the 14,240th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher median home value than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Sulphur, LA has a median rent of $1,015, making it the 9,775th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Sulphur, LA has a price per square foot of $115, making it the 15,931st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher price per square foot than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Sulphur, LA has a rent burden of 21.0%, making it the 7,487th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Sulphur has a higher rent burden than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$175,200
Median Rent
$1,015
Total Housing Units
10,410
Vacancy Rate
18.4%
Owner Occupied
72.8%
Renter Occupied
27.2%
Median Property Tax
$650
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$711
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$650
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.37%
of home value
Median Home Value
$175,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$804
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($650) by the median home value ($175,200). In Sulphur, LA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.37%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Sulphur, LA is $199,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 124 days on the market. 10.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $115. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,136/month. About 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1977. There are 10,410 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $650. The effective tax rate is 0.37%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.76
per 1,000 residents
+45% vs national
Property Crime Rate
29.17
per 1,000 residents
+70% vs national
Total Crimes
657
2024
Violent Clearance
52%
cases solved
Property Clearance
32%
cases solved
YoY Change
+36.7%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Sulphur Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Sulphur vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Sulphur is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Sulphur police solve 100% of murder cases but only 14% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.10 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 7 | 0.35 | 14.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 9 | 0.45 | 22.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 57 | 2.86 | 59.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 91 | 4.56 | 17.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 462 | 23.15 | 36.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 29 | 1.45 | 13.8% |
Sulphur, LA reported 75 violent crimes and 582 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.76 per 1,000 residents is 44.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 52% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 462 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 59.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 75 | 582 | 3.76 | 29.17 |
| 2023 | 54 | 646 | 2.75 | 32.88 |
| 2022 | 86 | 729 | 4.39 | 37.23 |
| 2021 | 75 | 765 | 3.73 | 38.07 |
| 2020 | 80 | 670 | 3.99 | 33.45 |
| 2019 | 66 | 885 | 3.27 | 43.81 |
| 2018 | 95 | 879 | 4.69 | 43.41 |
| 2017 | 95 | 838 | 4.69 | 41.39 |
| 2016 | 101 | 892 | 5.01 | 44.29 |
| 2015 | 89 | 919 | 4.42 | 45.61 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.7
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
24.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
42
Public Assistance
$1.5B
Individual Assistance
$240.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
23 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicholas → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | $232K | $500 |
| Tropical Storm Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Flood | Jun 2021 | $3.2M | $2.9M |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2021 | $2.5M | $302K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Zeta → | Hurricane | Jan 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Zeta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $7.4M | $8.8M |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $1.4B | $79.8M |
| Tropical Storms Laura and Marco → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Cristobal → | Coastal Storm | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $239K | $2.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Barry → | Coastal Storm | Jul 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Harvey → | Hurricane | Oct 2017 | $2.2M | — |
Showing 20 of 48 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
10,377
Total Claims Paid
$323,745,321
Avg Claim Payout
$31,198
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
62
Federal Funding
$32,059,426
Properties Protected
206
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.57
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 16 | $4,089,917 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 11 | $669,273 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 8 | $2,218,612 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 6 | $14,160,646 |
| 207.1: Mitigation Reconstruction - PILOT | 2 | $926,680 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Sulphur has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, hurricane, tornado. The area has had 42 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (23 declarations). 10,377 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,496,810,619 in public assistance recovery funding. $240,042,253 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 62 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.5%
5.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.2%
5.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.2%
1.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.3%
1.3pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.0%
Arthritis
30.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.2%
Loneliness
36.1%
Lack of Support
27.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.6%
Mobility
16.6%
Cognitive
19.3%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
10.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Sulphur has an obesity rate of 41.5%, which is 5.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.2%, 5.7pp above the national average. About 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. 79.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospita...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Lake Charles Memorial Hospital | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Stonebridge Behavioral Hospital | 8.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital | 8.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
45,906
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SULPHUR CITY OF WATER SYSTEM | 24,489 | 0 |
| CALCASIEU PARISH WW DIST 9 CARLYSS | 14,502 | 0 |
| HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 | 6,915 | 3 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
10
Total CO₂e
2.4M MT
Top Emitter
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICALS LP - ETHYLENE MANUFACTURING COMPLEX (PETRO I/PETRO II)
1.1M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
WESTLAKE PETROCHEMICALS LP - ETHYLENE MANUFACTURING COMPLEX (PETRO I/PETRO II) Westlake Chemical Corp | Chemicals | 1,068,186 |
Linde Inc Linde Inc | Chemicals | 500,244 |
Rain CII CARBON LLC - LAKE CHARLES CALCINING PLANT Rain Cii Carbon Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 267,286 |
WESTLAKE STYRENE LLC - STYRENE MONOMER PRODUCTION FACILITY Westlake Chemical Corp | Chemicals | 166,187 |
GRACE DAVISON Wr Grace & Co | Chemicals | 156,017 |
FIRESTONE POLYMERS - LAKE CHARLES FACILITY Bridgestone Americas Inc | Other | 81,289 |
Calcasieu Plant Entergy Corp | Power Plants | 64,205 |
Holbrook Compressor Station Sempra Energy | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 60,006 |
WESTLAKE POLYMERS LP - POLYETHYLENE I & II PLANTS Westlake Chemical Corp | Other | 26,894 |
Lake Charles Fractionator Targa Resources Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 25,846 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 10 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 2.4M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
16 min
-32% vs national
Drive Alone
86.5%
+10% vs national
Work From Home
3.6%
-62% vs national
Carpool
7.3%
Walk / Bike
2.3%
combined
How Sulphur's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
5-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Sulphur, LA is 16 minutes, which is 32.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.6% work from home, which is below the LA state average of 5.4%. 7.3% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
82.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
57.1%
of households
No Internet
14.8%
of households
Total Households
8,495
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.5%
of households
Smartphone
87.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
64.4%
of households
Tablet
50.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-38% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.5¢
per kWh
-32% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.6¢
per kWh
-53% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$141
residential
-4% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
31% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Louisiana averages 11.7¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $141. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Sulphur vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Population Served
45,906
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SULPHUR CITY OF WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 24,489 | 0 |
| CALCASIEU PARISH WW DIST 9 CARLYSS | Community | Ground water | 14,502 | 0 |
| HOUSTON RIVER WATERWORKS DISTRICT 11 | Community | Ground water | 6,915 | 3 |
82.8% of households in Sulphur have broadband internet access. 57.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 24.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.8% of households have no internet access. 17.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 45,906 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Sulphur is located in Calcasieu Parish, LA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Sulphur.
Election Overview
Source: Calcasieu Parish (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
23,918
29.5%
GOP Votes
56,064
69.0%
Total Votes
81,201
Margin
R+39.6%
Shift from 2020
R+4.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,918 | 56,064 | 81,201 | 29.5% | 69.0% | R+39.6 |
| 2020 | 25,982 | 55,066 | 82,663 | 31.4% | 66.6% | R+35.2 |
| 2016 | 26,293 | 54,182 | 83,773 | 31.4% | 64.7% | R+33.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Calcasieu Parish recorded 81,201 total votes. Republicans won the county with 69.0% of the vote compared to 29.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+39.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Calcasieu Parish has shifted 6.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
79
Total Assets
$34.9M
Total Income
$13.4M
Per 10K Residents
37.6
nonprofits
-26.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
5
Median Assets
$106K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $34.6M of $34.9M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Sulphur
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSulphur, LA has 79 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $34.9M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 15 organizations. 5 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 37.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
127
Total Approved
$51.0M
Jobs Supported
834
Per 10K Residents
60.5
SBA loans
-62.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
37
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
31 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
118
Total Amount
$44.5M
Avg Loan
$377,139
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$32.8M(74%)
Jobs Supported
584
Loans
9
Total Amount
$6.5M
Avg Loan
$721,444
Median Loan
$831,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
16
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$13.9M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$866,994
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mystic Marketing Associates Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Requis H-one Llc | 1 | $4.3M |
| Arena Road Hospitality L.l.c. | 1 | $3.6M |
| Clover Hospitality Llc | 1 | $2.8M |
| Savita Hospitality L.l.c. | 1 | $2.7M |
| Kim Kool Inc. | 1 | $2.5M |
| Aditi Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Matt Abel Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| Louisiana Red Oak Inc. | 1 | $1.4M |
| Alk Properties Llc | 1 | $1.4M |
Sulphur, LA has received 127 SBA loans totaling $51.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 118 loans (93% of the total), supporting 584 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 9 loans totaling $6.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Sulphur is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 31 loans. That works out to 60.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
124,555
Avg Median Income
-$190,425,609
Avg Home Value
-$190,330,047
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70601 | 31,843 | $49,545 | $164,300 | $938 | 16.1 |
| 70605 | 40,715 | $88,337 | $293,800 | $1,348 | 43.0 |
| 70609 | 412 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 70629 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 70663 | 29,511 | $59,444 | $174,300 | $914 | 97.8 |
| 70665 | 12,891 | $88,328 | $229,800 | $1,212 | 153.0 |
| 70669 | 9,183 | $68,416 | $160,800 | $1,026 | 29.2 |
Sulphur, LA has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 124,555. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$190,425,609. The average median home value is -$190,330,047. The average median monthly rent is -$190,475,413.
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