Broussard, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Martin Parish County
Broussard, LA
At a Glance
How Broussard Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Broussard's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Broussard a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Broussard residents earn a median household income of $116,613 , which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,211. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,127 business establishments, including 70 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Broussard is $301,000 , 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $281,573. Median rent is $982/month, with 41.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
Broussard reports 208 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,194/100K.
Education
40.5% of adults in Broussard hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Broussard has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.