This section provides basic data about the population of Lafayette. For stats on industry, the workforce, and local real estate and construction visit the Economic Indicators section. 

Demographics are a set of characteristics about a certain population. The main categories are Population, Social Characteristics, Income and Poverty Statistics, and Housing Statistics. Below are demographic estimates based on data collected in the 2000 Census and real figures from the Dicennial Census taken in 2010. For demographic reports for more specific geographies, contact our Information Services Department.

Demographic Projections 

Source: 2011 Reports, Claritas, Inc.

Annual income data for every man, woman, and child (not incarcerated or infirmed) in Lafayette Parish. Data is released with a 2-year lag time.

Median Effective Buying Income

Source: Claritas, Inc.

Age Distribution

Source: 2011 Claritas Demographic Report