Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
76K
Population
116 km2
Area
434 Mbps
Internet
3m
Elevation
Central Time Zone
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Lake Charles is a city in United States with a population of 76K. Internet speeds average 434 Mbps download. The city has 2,255 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United States
Region
North America
Population
76K
Timezone
Central Time Zone
Elevation
3 m
Currency
USD
Language
English
GPS
30.21, -93.20
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
434 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A smaller city of 76,070 people in United States
INFRASTRUCTURE
2,255 total POIs 19.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
105
Cafes
11
Bars
20
Fast Food
72
Shopping
Supermarkets
22
Convenience
38
Shopping Malls
8
Healthcare
Hospitals
7
Clinics
27
Pharmacies
11
Education
Schools
74
Universities
1
Libraries
9
Recreation
Parks
50
Playgrounds
20
Sports
324
Cinemas
2
Museums
3
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
36
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
78
Services
Banks
23
ATMs
3
Post Offices
11
Police
14
Fire Stations
10
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
434 Mbps
Download
230 Mbps
Upload
15ms
Latency
5,425
Tests
1,518
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Lake Charles known for?
Lake Charles is a city in United States. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Lake Charles?
Lake Charles has an average download speed of 434 Mbps and upload speed of 230 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Lake Charles?
The population of Lake Charles is approximately 76K.
What infrastructure does Lake Charles have?
Lake Charles has 2,255 mapped points of interest, including 105 restaurants, 7 hospitals, 74 schools.
What country is Lake Charles in?
Lake Charles is located in United States.
