New Iberia

LA

Iberia Parish, Louisiana

Population 69K |Median income $56,961 |1 hospital

Population
68,599
Iberia Parish
Median Income
$56,961
-16% vs avg
Median Home Value
$164,500
-28% vs avg
Median Age
38.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
69K-7%
Median Income
$56,961+29%
Median Home Value
$164,500+63%
Poverty Rate
22.8%+10%
Unemployment
7.3%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$897/mo
Poverty Rate
22.8% +61% vs avg
Unemployment 7.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 14.8%
Work From Home 6.3%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 56.5%
African American 31.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.1%
Asian 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
44.8%
Obesity
42.5%
Short Sleep Duration
40%
Physical Inactivity
35.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.5%
Current Smoking
20.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.3%
Diabetes
17.1%
Binge Drinking
15.1%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.7%
Annual Checkup 82.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.5%
Stroke
4.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER
NEW IBERIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — New Iberia 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 6

What is the population of New Iberia, LA? ▼
New Iberia, LA has a population of 68,599 people, located in Iberia Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in New Iberia? ▼
The median household income in New Iberia, LA is $56,961 per year. The poverty rate is 22.8%.
What is the median home value in New Iberia? ▼
The median home value in New Iberia, LA is $164,500. Median rent is $897/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Iberia? ▼
The top health indicators in New Iberia include High Blood Pressure (44.8%), Obesity (42.5%), Short Sleep Duration (40%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Iberia? ▼
New Iberia has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Iberia? ▼
The median age in New Iberia, LA is 38.3 years. 14.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Iberia, LA is located in Iberia Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 69K and a median household income of $56,961, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the New Iberia 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 (Iberia 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.