Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 22.5% ▲ 125% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.8% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 746 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 17,424 (43.9%) |
| Some College | 5,873 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 5,229 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,951 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,444 (16.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,839 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,854 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $892/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,849 |
| Vacant Units | 4,300 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Iberia County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,067 residents. With a median age of 37.69, it is a relatively young county.
Iberia County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,838 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Iberia County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $142,854 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $891. Homeownership rates are high at 67.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Iberia County are majority White (55.99%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Iberia County, LA is a solidly middle-class area in Louisiana. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70544 | Jeanerette | 10,407 | $57,819 | $110,000 | $758 | 3.3% | 32.6% |
| 70552 | Loreauville | 1,112 | $36,591 | $144,900 | $859 | 2.8% | 27.8% |
| 70560 | New Iberia | 37,589 | $48,296 | $126,500 | $886 | 7.6% | 20.6% |
| 70563 | New Iberia | 19,947 | $73,555 | $190,700 | $975 | 4.8% | 31.8% |