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Marksville, Louisiana

Introduction to Marksville, Louisiana

Marksville, Louisiana, in Avoyelles county, is 62 miles N of Lafayette, Louisiana (center to center) and 143 miles NW of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city has a population of 5,537.

Marksville History

The city of Marksville is the parish seat in Avoyelles Parish. The city was named after Mark Elishe, who established a trading post after his wagon broke down in this area. The city came in to being almost 190 years after the trading post was established. The city’s earliest settlers were the Tunica and Biloxi tribe and occupied the land for over two centuries. They spoke in different dialects. It was after the trading post was established that the city started developing.

Marksville and nearby Attractions

  • The Paragon Casino Resort
  • The Marksville State Historic Site
  • Grand Village of the Natchez Indians
  • Chicot State Park
  • Kisatchie National Forest

Things To Do In Marksville

Tourists can take a look at the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians that displays the remnants of the Indian tribes. The rich vegetation of the Kisatchie National Forest is another site the tourists can visit. The Tunica Biloxi Museum is also a popular tourist destination. One can also visit the Holy Ghost Church. The Marksville Public Library is an ideal place for the booklovers.

Marksville Transportation

Flights can be availed from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Marksville Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued at Louisiana State University, Louisiana Technical College, Panola College, Southern University at Shreveport, and Wiley College.

High Points

Marksville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Louisiana):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyMarksville Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyMarksville Affordability of Rents
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 8%Marksville Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Marksville Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Marksville, LA

Comparing Marksville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Louisiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity64
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Senior Citizens66
Age of the Population35
Well-Paid Single Women16
Male Share of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size65
Portion of People Married24

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults37
People in Middle Class or Better13
People Above Poverty13
Median Family Income13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Public Transportation Use710
Short Commute Times68
Working at Home25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes103
Affordability of Rents107
Housing Recently Built76
People Living Alone77
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime12
Low Violent Crime12
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