Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 516 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,563 (27.5%) |
| Some College | 4,023 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 5,653 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,150 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,185 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,839 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $251,724 ▼ 10% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,230/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,973 |
| Vacant Units | 1,948 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
St. Charles County is located in Louisiana and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 49,956 residents. With a median age of 39.4, it is a middle-aged county.
St. Charles County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,838 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 10.0% is near the national average.
Housing in St. Charles County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $251,724 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,229. Homeownership rates are high at 82.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of St. Charles County are majority White (62.16%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
St. Charles County, LA is a middle-income area in Louisiana. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70031 | Ama | 1,473 | $70,652 | $213,300 | $1,151 | 2.3% | 24.0% |
| 70039 | Boutte | 2,248 | $77,868 | $243,100 | $1,232 | 12.7% | 32.0% |
| 70030 | Des Allemands | 4,028 | $117,218 | $205,700 | $1,765 | 2.7% | 28.4% |
| 70047 | Destrehan | 13,354 | $95,240 | $294,200 | $1,143 | 10.0% | 45.8% |
| 70057 | Hahnville | 4,475 | $62,361 | $217,500 | $676 | 4.4% | 21.8% |
| 70070 | Luling | 13,873 | $82,273 | $268,400 | $1,570 | 4.6% | 46.9% |
| 70079 | Norco | 2,822 | $71,250 | $232,300 | $1,089 | 2.4% | 36.6% |
| 70080 | Paradis | 744 | $86,154 | $187,200 | — | 0.0% | 50.2% |
| 70087 | Saint Rose | 6,939 | $69,107 | $211,200 | $835 | 7.2% | 36.9% |