Lecompte, Louisiana

About Lecompte

Lecompte is a tiny community in central Louisiana with an estimated population of 823.

Officially, Lecompte is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 1.06 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 776 residents per square mile.

📰 Local News

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What Makes Lecompte Unique

• The only place in America named Lecompte — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• Part of the fabric of Louisiana — one of 489 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Lecompte

• Lea's Lunchroom

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.

🏫 Schools in Lecompte

• Carter C. Raymond Junior High School
• Rapides High School

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare

• Mercy Behavioral Hospital · Psychiatric

Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.

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🌤️ Current Weather

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