Abbeville

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana

Population 57K |Median income $55,707 |2 hospitals

Population

57,123

Vermilion Parish

Median Income

$55,707

-18% vs avg

Median Home Value

$163,300

-28% vs avg

Median Age

39.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

57K-2%

Median Income

$55,707+25%

Median Home Value

$163,300+69%

Poverty Rate

20.2%+18%

Unemployment

5.1%-41%

Economics

Median Rent

$848/mo

Poverty Rate

20.2% +42% vs avg

Unemployment 5.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.6%

Work From Home 5.3%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 77.8%

African American 12.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%

Asian 2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

42.8%

High Blood Pressure

42.5%

Short Sleep Duration

38%

Physical Inactivity

32.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.3%

Current Smoking

20.2%

Binge Drinking

17.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.8%

Diabetes

15%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.3%

Dental Visit 56.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.4%

Alerts & News — Abbeville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Abbeville, LA? ▼

Abbeville, LA has a population of 57,123 people, located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Abbeville? ▼

The median household income in Abbeville, LA is $55,707 per year. The poverty rate is 20.2%.

What is the median home value in Abbeville? ▼

The median home value in Abbeville, LA is $163,300. Median rent is $848/month.

What are the top health concerns in Abbeville? ▼

The top health indicators in Abbeville include Obesity (42.8%), High Blood Pressure (42.5%), Short Sleep Duration (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Abbeville? ▼

Abbeville has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Abbeville? ▼

The median age in Abbeville, LA is 39.1 years. 17.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Abbeville, LA is located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 57K and a median household income of $55,707, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Abbeville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Vermilion Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.