Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,930 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 43,905 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 15,402 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 23,071 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 11,821 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 56,110 (36.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,040 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $232,650 ▼ 17% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,028/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 111,035 |
| Vacant Units | 10,990 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lafayette County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 246,628 residents. With a median age of 36.54, it is a relatively young county.
Lafayette County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,039 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lafayette County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $232,650 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,027. Homeownership rates are high at 66.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lafayette County are majority White (62.37%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lafayette County, LA is a solidly middle-class area in Louisiana. The 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70518 | Broussard | 16,667 | $103,574 | $287,300 | $997 | 3.8% | 48.2% |
| 70520 | Carencro | 20,134 | $65,956 | $199,600 | $953 | 3.5% | 31.4% |
| 70529 | Duson | 13,557 | $52,784 | $189,600 | $795 | 10.0% | 35.3% |
| 70501 | Lafayette | 26,956 | $31,723 | $117,200 | $867 | 11.3% | 24.8% |
| 70503 | Lafayette | 28,883 | $94,360 | $326,800 | $1,087 | 1.9% | 62.3% |
| 70506 | Lafayette | 41,550 | $55,553 | $215,700 | $1,024 | 5.3% | 46.1% |
| 70507 | Lafayette | 19,215 | $64,010 | $206,700 | $937 | 3.4% | 42.1% |
| 70508 | Lafayette | 39,364 | $88,017 | $299,200 | $1,244 | 4.4% | 53.6% |
| 70583 | Scott | 8,670 | $52,856 | $130,400 | $877 | 8.0% | 29.9% |
| 70592 | Youngsville | 31,608 | $93,453 | $239,000 | $1,106 | 4.6% | 45.5% |