Lafourche County

As of the 2020 Census, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana has a population of approximately 97,000 people. Racial composition is about 77% White, 14% Black or African American, 3% Native American, 1% Asian, and 4% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income is around $50,000, and the poverty rate stands at approximately 17%. The area covers about 1,474 square miles, with 1,068 square miles of land and the rest water. The parish seat is Thibodaux, known for its historical significance and close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico.

Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, has a median home value of around $160,000. The median rent is approximately $850 per month. Housing occupancy is roughly 75% owner-occupied and 25% renter-occupied. The average home size is three bedrooms. Property tax rates are approximately 0.5%, translating to an average annual property tax of $800 for residents. Housing market trends show a steady increase in home values and demand. Average days on market for properties is around 60 days.

Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, conducts local, state, and federal elections. For the 2022 mid-term elections, voter turnout was 52%, with 41,542 out of 79,880 registered voters casting ballots.

Local elections featured several key races:

1. Parish President: Archie Chaisson (R) and Timothy "Tim" Robichaux (D).
2. Sheriff: Incumbent Craig Webre (R) was re-elected unopposed.
3. District Judge: Steven Miller and John LeBlanc.

In the U.S. House of Representatives race for Louisiana's 1st Congressional District, incumbent Steve Scalise (R) was challenged by Katie Darling (D), with Scalise winning 72% of the vote.

For the Senate, incumbent John Kennedy (R) sought re-election, facing challengers including Gary Chambers (D) and Luke Mixon (D), with Kennedy securing 60% of the statewide vote.

Voters also decided on local tax propositions, educational board members, and other municipal positions.

As of the latest data, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, has educational attainment stats indicating 84.2% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 19.5% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Nationally, 87.7% of individuals have at least a high school diploma and 31.5% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. For Louisiana, state averages are 85.4% for high school diploma attainment and 24.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Therefore, Lafourche Parish's high school graduation rates are slightly below both national and state averages, and the percentage of individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher trails more significantly behind both benchmarks.

Lafourche Parish (commonly referred to as Lafourche County), Louisiana, has distinctive employment characteristics. As of recent data, Lafourche Parish has an employment rate of approximately 58.2%, slightly lower than the national rate of 59.2%. The unemployment rate stands at around 5.3%, marginally higher than the U.S. average of 4.8%.

Key industries include:

1. Oil and Gas Extraction: Dominant due to the proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, employing a significant segment of the population.
2. Agriculture and Fishing: Engages around 10% of the local workforce.
3. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Another major sector, paralleling national trends.

Compared to Louisiana overall, where the employment rate is around 57.5% and the unemployment rate is about 6.0%, Lafourche fares slightly better. However, the parish’s reliance on oil and gas is notably higher than both state and national averages.

Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, has an average household income of approximately $68,000. Comparatively, the median household income in the United States is around $68,700, while Louisiana's state median is lower, at about $51,700. This positions Lafourche Parish above the state average but very close to the national median.

This data highlights that while Lafourche Parish fares better compared to the state average, it aligns closely with the national average, signifying a relatively stable economic standing within the broader context.

As of the latest available data, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, experiences a mix of violent and property crimes. Here are some crime statistics:

These values provide a snapshot of crime rates and types within the parish. Note that crime data can fluctuate over time, so it's advisable to consult local law enforcement or policy reports for the most current statistics.