Laplace

St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana

Population 41K |Median income $66,630

Population

40,743

St. John the Baptist Parish

Median Income

$66,630

Near average

Median Home Value

$193,200

-15% vs avg

Median Age

40.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

41K-10%

Median Income

$66,630+32%

Median Home Value

$193,200+29%

Poverty Rate

14.4%-11%

Unemployment

10.8%-1%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Unemployment 10.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 18.2%

Work From Home 6.4%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

African American 57%

White 31%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%

Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

46.4%

Short Sleep Duration

44.1%

Obesity

41.8%

Physical Inactivity

31.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

19%

Diabetes

17.2%

Current Smoking

16.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.1%

Binge Drinking

14.8%

Current Asthma

10.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.7%

Dental Visit 55.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

4.6%

Alerts & News — Laplace Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 5

What is the population of Laplace, LA? ▼

Laplace, LA has a population of 40,743 people, located in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Laplace? ▼

The median household income in Laplace, LA is $66,630 per year. The poverty rate is 14.4%.

What is the median home value in Laplace? ▼

The median home value in Laplace, LA is $193,200. Median rent is $1,334/month.

What are the top health concerns in Laplace? ▼

The top health indicators in Laplace include High Blood Pressure (46.4%), Short Sleep Duration (44.1%), Obesity (41.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

What is the median age in Laplace? ▼

The median age in Laplace, LA is 40.1 years. 18.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Laplace, LA is located in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 41K and a median household income of $66,630, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Laplace 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 (St. John the Baptist 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.