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Oakdale, LA

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Population
6,526
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
118 ft
Median Home Value
$98,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$873/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$42,540
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in LouisianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in LouisianaNearest larger communityAlexandria, Louisiana35 miles away · 42,938 residents.

About Oakdale

Oakdale is a city in Allen Parish, Louisiana, situated in the southern part of the state. Originally founded as Dunnsville and hosting the Federal Correctional Complex, this former lumber community of approximately 6,546 features the regional history collections of the Leatherwood Museum and is served by the Allen Parish School Board locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.2rating

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