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Best Places To Live In Baton Rouge, LA

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Baton Rouge, LA: Diverse Community

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is the second-most populous city in Louisiana. This city on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River has approximately 230,000 people. It is the state capital and the county seat of East Baton Rouge Parish. In fact, the state capitol is the tallest in the nation. The city has one of the largest deep-water ports in the United States. This city has a rich history because it is the only city outside of the original 13 colonies where an American Revolution battle was fought. Baton Rouge's future is tightly tied to the oil and gas industries. You may find that you can hide your coat 11 months out of the year when you live in Baton Rouge. A breeze off the river keeps temperatures feeling great on most summer days. There are many best places to live in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Baton Rouge is an extremely diverse community. It is home to Louisiana State University that accepts students from more than 90 countries attending there. You can find outstanding career opportunities in Baton Rouge in many different fields. The city is home to two regional shopping malls along with many other retail establishments. East Baton Rouge Parish School District operates more than 90 schools including 18 high schools. The cost of living in Baton Rouge is slightly lower than the national average, and the cost of home ownership is much lower. Rents are slightly lower than the national average. Every cuisine imaginable is available at over 800 restaurants in Baton Rouge including French cafes, New Orleans'-style bistros and great creole and Cajun food.

Baton Rouge has an outstanding public transportation system. The city is served by Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport with almost 200 flights taking off or landing daily. Capital Area Transit System operates 29 bus lines covering more than 7,000 miles each day. The city has many taxi services that run far into the night. Four dedicated buses make it easy to catch a ride headed to the Amtrak station in New Orleans.

There are many great neighborhoods in Baton Rouge, so you may find it difficult to choose the best places to live in and around the city. We'll give you a head start as these neighborhoods and nearby cities are our top choices for the best places to live in Baton Rouge. Feel free to customize your search based on your budget, the type of education you want to access, your employment desires and the type of housing you desire.