About Monroe
- Monroe has a population of about 50,000.
- It's part of Louisiana.
- New York, the largest city in the United States, is about 1150 miles away.
- Towns nearby: West Monroe (2 miles), Claiborne (4 miles) and Bastrop (22 miles).
Dating by city / United States / Louisiana / Monroe
Meet people in Monroe, Louisiana
No one from Monroe has a public profile here yet. Create yours and people nearby will be able to find you.
Where to meet in Monroe
Monroe is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, West Monroe is close by.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Monroe: questions and answers
Who can I meet near Monroe?
Within 30 miles of Monroe there are 4 towns and cities — West Monroe, Claiborne and Bastrop among them — with more than 84,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 5 miles up to 300 miles — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Monroe?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Monroe and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Monroe real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Monroe?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.