Broussard

LA

Lafayette Parish, Louisiana

Population 248K |Median income $67,451 |8 hospitals

Population
247,997
Lafayette Parish
Median Income
$67,451
Near average
Median Home Value
$242,900
+7% vs avg
Median Age
36.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
248K+10%
Median Income
$67,451+31%
Median Home Value
$242,900+49%
Poverty Rate
17.1%+2%
Unemployment
5.1%-19%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Poverty Rate
17.1% +20% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 35.3%
Work From Home 10.4%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 62.7%
African American 25.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%
Asian 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
39.1%
Short Sleep Duration
37.8%
Obesity
34.5%
Physical Inactivity
24.4%
Binge Drinking
18.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.5%
Diabetes
13%
Current Asthma
9.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.8%
Dental Visit 58.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
3
OCHSNER LAFAYETTE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER
LAFAYETTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
OUR LADY OF LOURDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, INC
LAFAYETTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
OCHSNER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS
LAFAYETTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Broussard 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 Broussard, LA? ▼
Broussard, LA has a population of 247,997 people, located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Broussard? ▼
The median household income in Broussard, LA is $67,451 per year. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
What is the median home value in Broussard? ▼
The median home value in Broussard, LA is $242,900. Median rent is $1,057/month.
What are the top health concerns in Broussard? ▼
The top health indicators in Broussard include High Blood Pressure (39.1%), Short Sleep Duration (37.8%), Obesity (34.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Broussard? ▼
Broussard has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Broussard? ▼
The median age in Broussard, LA is 36.5 years. 35.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Broussard, LA is located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 248K and a median household income of $67,451, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Broussard 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 (Lafayette 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.