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Bayou Gauche, LA

Louisiana · St. Charles Parish · New Orleans-Metairie Metro

Bayou Gauche is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,463. Residents earn $149,107 per year, which is 98% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,463 Population 114/sq mi density
$149,107 Median Income $55,132 per capita
$295,900 Home Value $221,236 Zillow
71°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
161 Violent Crime/100K 1,535 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$149,107 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$295,900 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
161 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $149,107
98% higher than US avg
Home Value $295,900
5% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 161/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Bayou Gauche Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,463
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$149,107
Per Capita$55,132
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$295,900
Ownership94.5%
Zillow$221,236
Housing Units514
Rent Burden34.3%

Crime

F
Violent161/100K
Property1,535/100K

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.8%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation-2 ft (-1 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband99.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Bayou Gauche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayou Gauche receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Bayou Gauche offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bayou Gauche is $149,107, which is significantly higher than the national average / 98% above $75,149. This places Bayou Gauche among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bayou Gauche is $295,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bayou Gauche is below the national average at 161 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,535 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bayou Gauche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bayou Gauche has a population of 1,463 with a density of 114 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.5% female and 56.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 2.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,463
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
15.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayou Gauche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bayou Gauche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayou Gauche is $149,107, which is 98% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,132 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,867, 30% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bayou Gauche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$149,107
98% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,132
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467
Gini Index0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bayou Gauche is $295,900, 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,236, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 514 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. The average annual property tax is $3,647. 34.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$295,900
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,236

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.5%
Owner-Occupied94.5%
Renter-Occupied5.5%
Housing Units514
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Bayou Gauche, 33.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report binge drinking. 23.4% are physically inactive. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,125. 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bayou Gauche vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,905
Dentists1:2,125
Mental Health1:666
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80
Bayou Gauche has a violent crime rate of 161 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,535 per 100,000, 22% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bayou Gauche receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bayou Gauche vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent161.0/100K
58% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,534.5/100K
22% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bayou Gauche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of -2 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-2 ft (-1 m)
Area15.8 sq mi (40.9 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates29.8069°N, 90.4222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Charles Parish County
Nearest AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)
16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.4"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.17"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.7 / 100
Community Resilience100.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

27 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 52 km
2021 Ida Category 4 20 km
2020 Laura Category 4 278 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 67 km
2020 Delta Category 2 241 km
2020 Sally Category 2 227 km
2019 Barry Category 1 154 km
2017 Nate Category 1 118 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 46 km
2009 Ida Category 1 222 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 73 km
2005 Katrina Category 5 87 km
2005 Rita Category 4 284 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 74 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 238 km
2002 Lili Category 4 175 km
1998 Georges Category 2 161 km
1998 Earl Category 2 226 km
1997 Danny Category 1 84 km
1995 Opal Category 4 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

453 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 730 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983 EF4 31 km 0
Oct 3, 1964 EF4 24 km 22
Mar 22, 2022 EF3 37 km 1
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 47 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 67 km 0
May 26, 2011 EF3 97 km 0
Aug 25, 1992 EF3 29 km 2
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 100 km 0
Sep 16, 1971 EF3 92 km 0
Mar 17, 1970 EF3 86 km 0
Dec 25, 1969 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 12, 1969 EF3 64 km 0
Jan 28, 1966 EF3 16 km 0
Mar 21, 1957 EF3 38 km 0
Feb 6, 1953 EF3 80 km 2
Apr 10, 2024 EF2 77 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 30 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 22 km 1
Jun 6, 2019 EF2 54 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF2 58 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 1 B (2,030 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNIT 1 B 2,030 60 km
1998 UNIT 4 CD 1,729 70 km
2009 SLIDELL AIRPORT 1,663 84 km
1998 UNIT 7 1,623 68 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,594 91 km
2011 BAD ROMANCE 1,305 57 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,206 84 km
2004 UNITS 1A-1B 1,108 61 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,102 98 km
2001 UNNAMED 950 74 km
2010 UNNAMED 904 27 km
2009 GOOSEPOINT C 864 70 km
1996 1 B 846 59 km
2006 BOY SCOUT EAST 826 71 km
1998 UNIT 2 A 821 61 km
1996 UNNAMED 809 100 km
1997 1 A 797 62 km
2000 UNNAMED 768 91 km
2000 UNNAMED 750 75 km
2006 UNNAMED 717 100 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.5 in
March 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 7.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in Driest
November 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in

Bayou Gauche has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and October the driest (3.5").

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Bayou Gauche is located in St. Charles Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.4% of the vote, a 32.4-point margin. 99.6% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.71
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area15.8 sq mi
CountySt. Charles Parish County

Services

Broadband Access99.6%
Avg Download Speed99.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%
Average costs for common services in Bayou Gauche. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $221 ($132-$353)
Specialist Visit $309 ($176-$485)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88-$309)
Emergency Room Visit $1,940 ($706-$4,410)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66-$176)
Dental Filling $221 ($132-$353)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22-$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44-$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $265 ($132-$441)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18-$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $529 ($353-$882)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88-$309)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53-$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44-$123)
HVAC Repair $353 ($132-$706)
HVAC System Install $6,174 ($3,528-$10,584)
Roof Repair $882 ($353-$1,764)
Roof Replacement $7,938 ($4,851-$13,230)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,323 ($441-$3,087)
Divorce (Contested) $13,230 ($4,410-$26,460)
DUI Defense $4,410 ($1,764-$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,323 ($706-$2,646)
Will Preparation $441 ($176-$882)
Trust Preparation $2,205 ($882-$4,410)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13-$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($26-$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66-$221)
Manicure $22 ($13-$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22-$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44-$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.62 ($2.65-$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.09 ($2.21-$4.41)
Loaf of Bread $3.35 ($2.21-$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.97 ($2.65-$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.85 ($3.53-$6.62)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53-$1.59)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($71-$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($26-$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35-$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35-$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26-$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44-$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66-$441)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,764 ($1,058-$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($26-$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.06-$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26-$221)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13-$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,058 ($529-$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $882 ($441-$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly) $353 ($176-$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22-$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $882 ($353-$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,025 ($4,410-$26,460)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26-$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44-$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26-$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18-$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $265 ($132-$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88-$353)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$628
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$616
Toddler$585
Preschool$598
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Charles Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 5,465 159 $133,214 3.97
Manufacturing 4,661 68 $145,295 2.16
Transportation & Warehousing 2,547 103 $90,059 2.29
Wholesale Trade 1,893 120 $93,719 1.83
Retail Trade 1,449 149 $32,286 0.55
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,215 113 $50,436 0.32
Accommodation & Food Services 1,108 116 $18,880 0.46
Administrative & Waste Services 1,008 110 $65,399 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 803 145 $94,159 0.44
Utilities 777 14 $150,938 7.80
Other Services 439 70 $72,065 0.56
Real Estate 357 59 $84,992 0.88
Management of Companies 354 16 $46,465 0.80
Finance & Insurance 315 76 $66,893 0.30
Arts & Entertainment 213 26 $18,991 0.48
Educational Services 62 12 $37,138 0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas 51 9 $93,347 0.51
Information & Technology 39 16 $57,264 0.08
Agriculture & Forestry 8 3 $47,063 0.04

Radio Stations near Bayou Gauche

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
News Talk 99.5 WRNO news, talk AAC
KLEB 1600 AM - The Rajun' Cajun blues, cajun MP3 64 kbps
Radio is a Foreign Country ethnic, field recording MP3 192 kbps
WTUL New Orleans - MP3 160 kbps
WNOZ 95.3 smooth jazz AAC+ 32 kbps
104.1 The Spot adult hits AAC
101.1 WNOE country AAC
98.5 WYLD urban adult contemporary AAC
WBOK 1230AM - AAC+ 32 kbps
Hallelujah 940 gospel AAC
Sports 1280 sports AAC

National Parks Near Bayou Gauche

10 national parks and monuments found near Bayou Gauche.

ParkTypeFee
Bayou Segnette State Park State Park Free
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I State Park Free
Grand Isle State Park State Park Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve National Historical Park and Preserve Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Saint Bernrd State Park District 1 State Park Free
State Capitol Park State Park Free
Tickfaw State Park State Park Free

Museums in Bayou Gauche

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RIVER ROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9857649315$1,090,240
SAINTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM5044509893$74,190
RIVERTOWNGENERAL MUSEUM5044432240$2,003
AUGERON SUR LE BAYOU LAFOURCHEGENERAL MUSEUM
BAYOU LAFOURCHE FOLK LIFE & HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 MAIN ST9855325909
FAIRGROUNDS RACING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GARYVILLE TIMBERMILL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMMUSEUM ST AT HISTORIC MAIN ST5045353202
HISTORIC LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
KENNER LOUISIANAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1801 WILLIAMS BLVD5044687293
LOUIS J. ROUSSEL JR. KENNER PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2020 4TH STREET
MEGA DOME CINEMAGENERAL MUSEUM2020 4TH STREET RIVERTOWN5044687231
SAN FRANCISCO PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9855352341
ST CHARLES MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
TOY TRAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5044687231
USS CABOT DEDALO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Bayou Gauche

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARY4747 W. NAPOLEON AVE.0.01,208,536
ST. CHARLES PARISH LIBRARY160 W. CAMPUS DRIVE0.0193,376

Farmers Markets in Bayou Gauche

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
German Coast Farmers' Market - East Bank and West Bank13786 River Road01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
German Coast Farmers' Market (East Bank)Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road01/05/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Lafourche Central Market 4484 Hwy. 101/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Rivertown Farmers Market303 Williams Blvd10/06/2018 to 07/27/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Bayou Gauche

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beepster's Tavernbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, River Ridge, LA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns,2229 Hickory Ave5047378615
Big's Trudeau Tavernbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, Metai717 Trudeau Dr5044692221
Pepsi Beverages CoBeverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Grocers' Wholesale, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repai5733 Citrus Blvd5047338746Visit
Westgate TavernCocktail Lounges, Bar and Dive Bar, Lounge, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, Cocktail Lounge Restauran2725 Mississippi Ave5044630299
Zea Rotisserie & GrillAmerican Restaurant, Kenner Restaurants, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Brewery, Southern / Amer1325 W Esplanade Ave5044687733Visit

Cell Towers in Bayou Gauche

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
677 HIGHWAY 628GTOWER151
(LaPlace site) River RoadTOWER151
249 W. 9th St. (66240)GTOWER105
249 West 9th St.TOWER105
701 CARROLLTON AVENUEGTOWER101
184 GOOD HOPE STREETLTOWER98
25707 HIGHWAY 1 (66252)LTOWER94
128 East Barateria St. (Lockport site)TOWER83
295 I 310 SERVICE RDLTOWER65
4128 HWY 90 (Des Allemands site)TOWER63
13835 Old Spanish TrailTOWER61
5245 RIVER ROAD (59108)LTOWER56
11635 Highway 90MTOWER49
(Duck Sellers) 10319 RIVER ROADTOWER44
285 W. ESPLANADE AVENUE (59117)BTWR33

Bridges in Bayou Gauche

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete1984801,596G
SlabConcrete1984601,596G
SlabConcrete20111001,297G
SlabConcrete1984160370F

Superfund Sites Near Bayou Gauche

9 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCELORMITTAL LAPLACE STEEL MILL138 HWY 3217ST JOHN THE BAPTIST
ASHLAND CHEMICAL CO600 ST GEORGE AVEJEFFERSON
GOOD HOPE REFIN., INC.P.O. BOX 126, 257 PROSPECT AVEST. CHARLES
OCCIDENTAL CHEMICAL CORP - TAFT PLANT266 HWY 3142ST. CHARLES
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION16908 RIVER ROAD, P O BOX 50SAINT CHARLES
VALERO REFINING - NEW ORLEANS LLC - ST CHARLES REFINERY14902 RIVER RDST. CHARLES
VALERO REFINING - NEW ORLEANS LLC - ST CHARLES REFINERY14902 RIVER RDST. CHARLES

Airports Near Bayou Gauche

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportMSYLarge Airport
Baton Rouge Metropolitan AirportBTRMedium Airport
Lakefront AirportNEWMedium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender FieldNBGMedium Airport
Birdwin Airport-Small Airport
Blouin Flightpark Ultralightport-Small Airport
Cal Mire Field-Small Airport
Capozzoli Airport-Small Airport
Cora Texas Landing Strip-Small Airport
Covington-Vincent Airport-Small Airport
Daneco Landing Strip-Small Airport
Double H Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Fisher's Field-Small Airport
Fitzsimmons Airport-Small Airport
Greenwood Plantation Ultralightport-Small Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport-Small Airport
Hickham Field-Small Airport
Houma Terrebonne AirportHUMSmall Airport
Huffaker Field-Small Airport
Louisiana Regional Airport-Small Airport
Marmande Airport-Small Airport
Naquin Field-Small Airport
Pierce Field-Small Airport
PK Field-Small Airport
Plane Crazy Airport-Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport-Small Airport
Price Ultralightport-Small Airport
Promised Landings Airport-Small Airport
Sheridan's Strip-Small Airport
Slidell Airport-Small Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr Airport-Small Airport
Southern Seaplane AirportBCSSmall Airport
Southland Strip Number 2 Ultralightport-Small Airport
St Charles Airport-Small Airport
St. Tammany Regional Airport-Small Airport
Stevens Strip-Small Airport
Theriot Field-Small Airport
Thibodaux Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Triche Field-Small Airport
White Castle Airport-Small Airport
Whitehall Field Ultralightport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Bayou Gauche

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Harahan Police Department - Records
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Kenner Police Complex500 Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office - Communications Office
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office - Criminal Operations Center
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office - Work Release Center
Louisiana State Police Troop B2101 30th Street
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Charles Parish Sheriff's Office - Training
St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office260 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office Training Center Special Services Office220 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway

Treatment Centers in Bayou Gauche

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Avenues Recovery Center at New OrleansSubstance Abuse504-603-3060
Lafourche Behavioral HealthBoth985-537-6823
Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital - Behavioral HealthBoth985-537-6841
Urgent Care Metairie - Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse504-291-4148

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bayou Gauche

What is the population of Bayou Gauche?

Bayou Gauche has a population of 1,463 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 43.5% female and 56.5% male.

Is Bayou Gauche expensive to live in?

Bayou Gauche is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $149,107, 98% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $295,900 (5% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bayou Gauche safe?

Bayou Gauche is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 161 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,535 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bayou Gauche receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bayou Gauche?

Bayou Gauche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Bayou Gauche?

The job market in Bayou Gauche is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,867. There are 1,446 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 3.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bayou Gauche?

The median home value in Bayou Gauche is $295,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,236. The homeownership rate is 94.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,647.

How are the schools in Bayou Gauche?

Schools in Bayou Gauche score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.2% of adults in Bayou Gauche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bayou Gauche?

The obesity rate in Bayou Gauche is 33.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 23.4% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Bayou Gauche?

The average commute in Bayou Gauche is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bayou Gauche?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bayou Gauche is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 2.5% of the population are military veterans. 8.1% of residents have a disability. 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

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