Louisiana Cities Face Population Decline
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Louisianas six largest cities are projected to shrink by 2026, with five out of six cities, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lake Charles, facing population decline. The states overall population is around 4.6 million, ranking among the fastest-declining in the nation. Residents are leaving due to economic shifts and challenges, with Shreveport struggling with high crime rates. Baton Rouge, the state capital, sees its core city lose people while the wider metro area holds steady. This trend worries locals and leaders, impacting schools, businesses, and services. Two cities, Lafayette and Metairie, buck the trend with modest gains and stability, respectively. Broader metro areas around Baton Rouge and Lake Charles show job-driven booms, offering hope for policy fixes amid ongoing outflow.
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