Opelousas, LA

Louisiana · Lafayette Parish · Lafayette Metro

Opelousas is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 15,662. Residents earn $36,260 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

15,662 Population 1,620/sq mi density

$36,260 Median Income $19,584 per capita

$113,000 Home Value $128,078 Zillow

$734 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent

67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr

2,455 Violent Crime/100K 8,019 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.1 / 5.0

$36,260 median income, 5.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$113,000 home value, $734/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

2,455 violent crimes/100K (546% above avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

10.9% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Opelousas, LA

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

Median Income $36,260

52% lower than US avg

Home Value $113,000

60% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 2,455/100K

546% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.9%

68% lower than US avg

Median Rent $734

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.6%

45% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 31.5%

154% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,662

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density1,620/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 16%

Veterans3.7%

Economy

Median Income$36,260

Per Capita$19,584

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty31.5%

County GDP$19,778M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$113,000

Rent$734

Ownership50.6%

Zillow$128,078

Housing Units6,955

Rent Burden32.3%

Crime

Violent2,455/100K

Property8,019/100K

Murder37.4/100K

Assault1,963/100K

Burglary2,524/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%

Uninsured13.5%

Smoking26.0%

Depression25.2%

Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain61.6 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation65 ft (20 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.9%

High School+78.6%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score4.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute24 min

Broadband64.0%

EV Stations9

Libraries10

Is Opelousas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Opelousas receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Opelousas has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Opelousas is $36,260, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 31.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Opelousas is $113,000, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 2,455 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,019 per 100,000, 309% above the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Opelousas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Opelousas has a population of 15,662 with a density of 1,620 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly Black (80.2%), with 16.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,662

Total Population

1,620

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

0.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%

Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Opelousas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.1%

69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Opelousas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Opelousas is $36,260, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,584 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,118, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11,990 business establishments, including 739 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Opelousas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$36,260
	52% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,584
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,118
IRS Avg AGI	$81,337
Gini Index	0.497 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	31.5%
	154% above US avg
Establishments (County)	11,990
County GDP	$19,778M

Business (County)

Restaurants	739
Healthcare	1,259
Retail	1,092
Manufacturing	268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,925
	12% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Opelousas is $113,000, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,078, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 85.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,955 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $3,925. 32.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$113,000
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$128,078
Median List Price	$102,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$102,250
$/Sq Ft	$26
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	85.8%
Price Drops	31.4%
Inventory	51

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$734
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	50.6%
Owner-Occupied	50.6%
Renter-Occupied	49.4%
Housing Units	6,955
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,925
	12% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.47%

In Opelousas, 46.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 20.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.2% of residents, above the national average. 50.1% have high blood pressure. 26.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 41.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.9% experience frequent mental distress. 13.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:929. The dentist ratio is 1:1,416. 82.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Opelousas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.6%
	45% above US avg
Diabetes	20.3%
Heart Disease	8.2%
High Blood Pressure	50.1%
Asthma	12.5%
COPD	11.3%
Cancer	5.2%
Stroke	6.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	26.0%
	86% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	41.9%
Depression	25.2%
Mental Distress	23.9%
Physical Distress	19.3%
Short Sleep	46.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.7%
Uninsured	13.5%
	57% above US avg
Primary Care	1:929
Dentists	1:1,416
Mental Health	1:237
Checkup Rate	83.1%
Dental Visits	42.3%
Premature Death	9,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	82.9%
Healthcare Facilities	1,259

Opelousas has a violent crime rate of 2,455 per 100,000 residents, 546% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,962.7 per 100,000, robbery at 299.1, rape at 155.8. The murder rate is 37.4 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 8,019 per 100,000, 309% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 5,178, burglary at 2,524, vehicle theft at 318 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 39 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Opelousas receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	2,455.0/100K
	546% above US avg
Murder	37.4/100K
	493% above US avg
Rape	155.8/100K
Robbery	299.1/100K
Assault	1,962.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	8,019.2/100K
	309% above US avg
Burglary	2,523.5/100K
Theft	5,177.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	317.8/100K
Arson	12.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	39
Traffic Accidents	43
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

View full crime details →

Opelousas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 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 61.6 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 65 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.3°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	65 ft (20 m)
Area	0.0 sq mi (0.0 km²)
Population Density	1,620/sq mi
Coordinates	30.5249°N, 92.0817°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Lafayette Parish County
Nearest Airport	Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field (LFT) 23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.6"

62% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"

Driest Month (Oct) 4.49"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0422 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	95.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	32.4 / 100
Community Resilience	72.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low

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	122 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 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	153 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	123 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	126 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	205 km
2020	Delta	Category 2	92 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	104 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	286 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	197 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	286 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	31 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	148 km
2005	Katrina	Category 4	239 km
2005	Rita	Category 3	179 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	241 km
2002	Lili	Category 3	62 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	257 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	37 km
1989	Chantal	Category 1	236 km
1988	Florence	Category 1	292 km
1986	Bonnie	Category 1	224 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

644 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 38 fatalities, 638 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 10, 2021	EF3	20 km	1
May 17, 2020	EF3	19 km	1
Nov 21, 1992	EF3	97 km	0
Oct 14, 1984	EF3	90 km	0
May 20, 1983	EF3	46 km	0
Feb 9, 1983	EF3	17 km	0
Feb 9, 1983	EF3	26 km	0
Jan 31, 1983	EF3	46 km	1
Jan 31, 1983	EF3	59 km	1
Jun 5, 1981	EF3	94 km	0
Apr 21, 1977	EF3	28 km	1
Oct 29, 1974	EF3	74 km	2
Oct 29, 1974	EF3	38 km	0
Apr 26, 1973	EF3	96 km	0
Feb 29, 1972	EF3	67 km	0
Dec 25, 1969	EF3	83 km	0
Dec 25, 1969	EF3	61 km	1
May 1, 1967	EF3	83 km	0
Sep 10, 1961	EF3	62 km	1
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	23 km	4

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,496 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	UNNAMED	12,496	60 km
2023	HWY 113	7,104	89 km
2005	UNNAMED	6,588	99 km
2021	C-368 366 365 364 75	5,919	87 km
2013	UNNAMED	5,381	100 km
1995	UNNAMED	4,875	91 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,777	93 km
2019	C-371/369/34	4,481	85 km
2017	UNNAMED	3,648	83 km
2000	UNNAMED	3,599	97 km
2015	UNNAMED	3,338	85 km
2017	UNNAMED	3,336	98 km
2018	UNNAMED	3,203	85 km
2024	RX CALE C-34-369	3,183	86 km
2022	C-34/369	3,160	86 km
2005	UNNAMED	3,143	89 km
2016	UNNAMED	3,113	86 km
2019	C-237	3,023	99 km
2022	C371/372	2,944	82 km
2018	C-29	2,883	94 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	50°F (10°C)	6.1 in	Coldest, Wettest
February	53°F (12°C)	4.6 in
March	60°F (16°C)	5.0 in
April	67°F (19°C)	5.0 in
May	74°F (23°C)	5.8 in
June	80°F (27°C)	5.4 in
July	83°F (28°C)	5.3 in	Warmest
August	82°F (28°C)	4.7 in
September	77°F (25°C)	4.8 in
October	68°F (20°C)	4.5 in	Driest
November	59°F (15°C)	5.1 in
December	52°F (11°C)	5.8 in

Opelousas has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (4.5").

View full weather details →

Opelousas is located in Lafayette Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.8% of the vote, a 31.4-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 1,259 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.8%

D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	39
Traffic Accidents	43
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.9%
	68% below US avg
High School+	78.6%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	4.95

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,620/sq mi
Total Area	0.0 sq mi
County	Lafayette Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	64.0%
Avg Download Speed	215.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	93.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	9
Alt Fuel Stations	11
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	1,259
Restaurants	739
Retail Stores	1,092

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	5.2%

Average costs for common services in Opelousas. 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	$686
Toddler	$658
Preschool	$635
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$606
Toddler	$606
Preschool	$606

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lafayette Parish

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	25,942	1,618	$56,414	1.32
Retail Trade	16,848	1,314	$37,053	1.23
Accommodation & Food Services	14,784	845	$21,675	1.19
Manufacturing	9,820	426	$66,936	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	9,188	2,062	$80,978	0.96
Construction	6,947	870	$73,568	0.96
Administrative & Waste Services	6,941	740	$51,110	0.86
Mining & Oil/Gas	6,514	271	$110,477	12.55
Wholesale Trade	5,819	701	$77,274	1.08
Transportation & Warehousing	3,872	338	$66,266	0.67
Finance & Insurance	3,638	696	$87,248	0.65
Other Services	3,449	668	$50,866	0.84
Real Estate	3,064	584	$75,725	1.44
Arts & Entertainment	2,148	146	$19,310	0.93
Management of Companies	2,025	134	$84,041	0.88
Educational Services	1,442	150	$42,421	0.51
Information & Technology	1,217	226	$75,155	0.47
Utilities	147	18	$105,052	0.28
Agriculture & Forestry	49	32	$46,874	0.04
Unclassified	2	1	$110,067	0.01

Colleges & Universities in Opelousas

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Opelousas School of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Certificate	48	—	—	—

Hospitals in Opelousas

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
OPELOUSAS GENERAL HEALTH SYSTEM	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(337) 948-3011
OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL OF OPELOUSAS	Psychiatric	—	Yes	(337) 948-8820

Schools in Opelousas

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Opelousas Senior High School	High	840	40	21.0:1
Northwest High School	High	582	35	16.6:1
Park Vista Elementary School	Elementary	575	40	14.4:1
Grolee Elementary School	Elementary	474	27	17.6:1
Opelousas Junior High School	Middle	456	21	21.7:1
Northeast Elementary School	Elementary	322	23	14.0:1
JS Clark Leadership Academy (Charter)	Other	301	24	12.5:1
Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts	High	258	21	12.3:1
St. Landry Charter School (Charter)	Elementary	256	13	19.7:1
Creswell Middle School	Middle	248	14	17.7:1
Opelousas Middle School	Middle	246	16	15.4:1
Plaisance Middle School	Middle	220	14	15.7:1

View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Opelousas

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
The Rewind KVOL 1330	oldies	AAC 32 kbps
103.7 The Game	sports	AAC 32 kbps
KAJN Radio	christian contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
KRVS	blues, cajun music	AAC+ 128 kbps
KSLO 105.3 The Home Of Zydeco	blues, swamp rock	AAC 32 kbps
94.5 KSMB	pop, top 40	AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Opelousas

5 national parks and monuments found near Opelousas.

Park	Type	Fee
Chicot State Park District II	State Park	Free
Cypremort Point State Park-wlf Field Off	State Park	Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park	State Park	Free
Palmetto Island State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Opelousas

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	16,430	$20,165
2015	16,358	$20,434
2017	16,177	$20,005
2019	15,787	$22,646
2021	15,558	$33,272
2023	15,346	$36,260

Museums in Opelousas

Name	Type	Address	Phone
CREOLE HERITAGE FOLK LIFE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		3374070250
OPELOUSAS MUSEUM AND INTERPRETIVE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		3379482589
OPELOUSAS MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM	315 N MAIN ST	3379482589
ZYDECO HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3373810592

Libraries in Opelousas

Name	Address	Annual Visits
OPELOUSAS-EUNICE PUBLIC	212 EAST GROLEE STREET	96,580
EVANGELINE PARISH	916 WEST MAIN STREET	56,520
SOUTH ST. LANDRY COMMUNITY LIBRARY	235 MARIE STREET	16,982
WASHINGTON MUNICIPAL LIBRARY	418 NORTH MAIN STREET	900

Farmers Markets in Opelousas

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Breaux Bridge Farmers Market	800 Rees St.				Visit
Carencro Cultural District Farmers Market	210 E. St. Peter Street	06/27/2015 to 10/31/2015
Lafayette Jockey Lot Flea Market	3011 N.W. Evangeline Thwy	January to December	Sat:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;sun:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;		Visit
St Landry Farmers Market	925 E. Landry St
Ville Platte Farmers Market	Corner of Main Street and NE Railroad Street (Allen Ortego Downtown Park)	06/21/2013 to 11/15/2013	Fri: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Opelousas

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bayou Teche Brewing	Bars / Taverns, Tourist Information & Attractions, Arnaudville Bars and Lounges, Food & Drink, LA,	1106 Bushville Hwy	3373038000, 3377549969, 3377545122	Visit

Nursing Homes in Opelousas

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SENIOR VILLAGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 315 HARRY GUILBEAU ROAD	For profit - Corporation	176	149	5/5	—	2/5	5/5	3379484486
HERITAGE MANOR OF OPELOUSAS 7941 I-49 SOUTH SERVICE ROAD	For profit - Corporation	109	95	3/5	—	2/5	4/5	3379427588
OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR NURSING FACILITY 954 E PRUDHOMME LANE	Non profit - Corporation	120	109	3/5	—	3/5	4/5	3379483634

Pharmacies in Opelousas

14 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ACADIANA PHARMACY	507 NORTH MARKET STREET	337-942-1400
ALFRED'S THRIFTY WAY PHARMACY	1406 WEST LANDRY STREET	337-942-2653
CARLS THRIFTY WAY PHARMACY	2961 SOUTH UNION STREET	337-948-7900
CVS - 5291	827 CRESWELL LANE	337-942-4981
CVS - 5292	1151 NORTH MAIN STREET	337-942-5738
GLENNS FAMILY PHARMACY	1615 NORTH MAIN STREET	337-948-9827
KEN'S THRIFTY WAY PHARMACY	517 EAST PRUDHOMME STREET	337-942-7551
MILLER DRUGS	209 NORTH MARKET STREET	337-942-2631
PLAZA PHARMACY	1200 HOSPITAL DRIVE	337-948-6507
SHUTE'S GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY	205 NORTH MAIN STREET	337-942-2611
SUPER 1 FOODS - 636	2418 SOUTH UNION STREET	337-942-3674
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY - 1198	1717 SOUTH UNION STREET	337-948-7703
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 543	1629 EAST CRESWELL LANE	337-942-9720
WALGREENS - 7426	410 CRESWELL LANE	337-942-4228

EV Charging Stations in Opelousas

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
STERLING BUICK GMC	5853 Interstate 49 South Service Road	EV Connect		1	J1772COMBO	public
Nissan of Opelousas	5731 I-49 S Service Rd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Opelousas

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1316 Portage Levee Rd. (120492)	GTOWER	106
617 Vatican Road	TOWER	98
617 Vatican Road	TOWER	98
412 Fuselier Lane (85111)	GTOWER	96
Approx. 1400ft. N of SR93; approx. 2950ft. NW of int. of SR93 with SR31	TOWER	96
Approx. 1400ft. N of SR93; approx. 2950ft. NW of int. of SR93 with SR31	TOWER	96
210 NAKEL LANE (76492)	GTOWER	94
617 Vatican Road (79036)	GTOWER	94
(Cecilia) 2668-A Main Hwy (LA14459-A)	LTOWER	93
676 Nap Lane	TOWER	93
(Cecilia) 2668-A Main Hwy (LA14459-A)	LTOWER	93
676 Nap Lane	TOWER	93
1609A BUSHVILLE (65484)	GTOWER	90
Corner of Louisiana Highway 10 and Stelly Road	TOWER	79
Corner of Louisiana Highway 10 and Stelly Road	TOWER	79
273 MUSCADINE ROAD	TOWER	70
273 MUSCADINE ROAD	TOWER	70
Racetrack 606 Hector Connoly Road	TOWER	61
Racetrack 606 Hector Connoly Road	TOWER	61
200 Block of Evangeline Drive	TOWER	59
200 Block of Evangeline Drive	TOWER	59
800' E of the inter of US 190 & N Bullard St on the N side of US 190	TOWER	47
800' E of the inter of US 190 & N Bullard St on the N side of US 190	TOWER	47

Fire Stations in Opelousas

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Opelousas Fire Department	1334 S Union ST	Mostly career			337-948-5210
Saint Landry Parish Fire District 3	887 Highway 749	Career			337-948-3679

Bridges in Opelousas

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	260	44,317	F
Slab	Concrete	1962	180	44,243	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	248	44,138	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	340	42,326	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1983	1,287	25,609	G
Slab	Concrete	1962	180	25,609	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	260	25,609	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	248	25,609	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	205	25,609	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	340	25,609	G
Culvert	Concrete	1951	32	21,939	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	406	21,939	F
Culvert	Concrete	1951	32	21,716	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	205	21,593	G
Culvert	Concrete	1931	22	20,603	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	407	20,176	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	479	16,429	F
Slab	Concrete	1983	150	16,429	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1983	822	15,642	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1983	388	15,642	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	1,329	14,400	G
Slab	Concrete	1983	150	13,540	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	440	13,540	F
Slab	Concrete	1975	100	13,213	F
Culvert	Concrete	1931	36	11,913	F
Culvert	Concrete	1967	22	10,065	F
Culvert	Concrete	2020	44	5,500	G
Slab	Concrete	1982	180	4,451	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	44	4,451	G
Slab	Concrete	1982	180	4,002	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	22	4,002	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	21	4,002	G
Culvert	Concrete	1981	44	2,820	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	23	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	21	2,200	F
Slab	Concrete	2013	80	2,158	G
Slab	Concrete	2015	40	2,100	G
Slab	Concrete	1974	30	2,000	P
Slab	Concrete	1997	38	2,000	G
Slab	Concrete	1974	76	1,741	F
Slab	Concrete	1971	57	1,730	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	28	1,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1936	21	1,500	F
Slab	Concrete	1965	23	1,200	F
Slab	Concrete	1976	33	1,200	F
Slab	Concrete	1965	47	1,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	27	1,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	26	1,000	G
Slab	Concrete	1960	38	800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1936	23	800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1935	25	800	F
Slab	Concrete	1965	21	700	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	35	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1974	27	500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	23	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1935	25	500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	26	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	27	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	23	450	F
Slab	Concrete	1983	150	403	G
Slab	Concrete	1983	150	333	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	34	250	F
Culvert	Concrete	2007	34	200	G
Slab	Concrete	1960	39	200	P
Slab	Concrete	2011	40	150	G
Culvert	Concrete	1994	22	150	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2007	50	25	F

Correctional Facilities in Opelousas

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
ST. LANDRY PARISH JAIL	108 SOUTH MARKET STREET	COUNTY	254	244	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Opelousas

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CABOT CORP - VILLE PLATTE PLANT	2066 CABOT RD	EVANGELINE
CABOT CORP - VILLE PLATTE PLANT	2066 CABOT RD	EVANGELINE

Airports Near Opelousas

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Acadiana Regional Airport	ARA	Medium Airport
Lafayette Regional Airport	LFT	Medium Airport
A J Patrol Airport	—	Small Airport
Abbeville Chris Crusta Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Ace Flying Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeleron Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerolite Aero Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Ag Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Allen Parish Airport	—	Small Airport
Angola Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Basile Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Batchelor Airport	—	Small Airport
Bordelon Airpark	—	Small Airport
Bordelonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Bunkie Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Bunkie Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Castille Field	—	Small Airport
Central Farmers Coop Airport	—	Small Airport
Central Industries Airport	—	Small Airport
Chataignier Airport	—	Small Airport
Chitimacha Air Park	—	Small Airport
Church Point Flyers Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloverleaf Airport	—	Small Airport
Countryside Airport	—	Small Airport
Couvillion Airport	—	Small Airport
Craig's Field	—	Small Airport
D I's Cajun Restaurant Airport	—	Small Airport
Detel Airport	—	Small Airport
Detraz Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Dufour Airport	—	Small Airport
Dufour Airport	—	Small Airport
Dupuis Airport	—	Small Airport
Eunice Airport	UCE	Small Airport
False River Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying J Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Freebird Field	—	Small Airport
Gary Landing Strip Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Gerald's Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Gladney Airport	—	Small Airport
Glenn's Strip Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Grass Roots Airport	—	Small Airport
Hains Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Hanks Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrington Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Industrial Helicopters Inc. Airport	—	Small Airport
Innis Airport	—	Small Airport
Jasmine Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeff Isl Airport	—	Small Airport
Jennings Airport	—	Small Airport
Juneau Landing Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Opelousas

22 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Arnaudville Police Department	107 Rue de Jausiers
Cankton Police Department
Carencro Police Department
Carencro Police Department	110 Centenal Drive
Church Point Police Department
Evangeline Parish Police Jury
Evangeline Parish Sheriff	415 West Cotton Street
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
Leonville Police Department
Opelousas Police Department
Opelousas Police Department
Port Barre Police Department
Saint Landry Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martin Parish Police Jury
Saint Martin Parish Police Jury
Saint Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Sunset Police Department
Ville Platte City Marshal's Office
Ville Platte Police Department
Washington Police Department

Grocery Stores in Opelousas

46 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Amanda's Grocery 0	Grocery Store	809 S Railroad Ave
Andy's Food	Grocery Store	702 East St
Bellard's Poultry And Crawfish	Specialty Store	405 S Bullard St
Benny's Supermarket	Supermarket	806 S Union St
Bikini Betty	Convenience Store	606 S Railroad Ave
Cash Saver	Super Store	1305 Heather Dr
Circle K 2740372	Convenience Store	719 Creswell Ln
Country Quick Stop	Convenience Store	547A Country Ridge Rd
Crawfish House	Other	2004 W Landry St
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 5292	Other	1013 E Landry St
Dollar General 12898	Other	5661 Highway 182
Dollar General 16382	Other	736 N Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2604	Other	1819 S Union St
Dollar General 30453	Other	6856 HWY 31
DOLLAR GENERAL 3367	Other	8599 Highway 182
DOLLAR GENERAL 4281	Other	2106 W Landry St
Dollar Tree 2443	Other	1723 Crestwell Ln
Dollar Tree 7966	Other	1151 N Main St
DOLLARTREE 10217	Other	2235 S Union St
Down On The Farm Meat Market	Other	1531 S Union St
Easy Stop	Convenience Store	8508 Highway 182
Family Dollar 3133	Other	933 Creswell Ln
Family Dollar 5033	Other	718 S Union St
Family Dollar 5892	Other	1322 W Landry St
Family Dollar 813	Other	209 Natchez Blvd
Gil's On Creswell	Other	1327 Creswell Ln
Kelly's Diner	Other	1531 S Union St
Lewis Cash & Carry	Convenience Store	804 Laurent St
Love's Travel Stop 875	Convenience Store	4158 I 49 N Service Rd
Meches Meat Market	Grocery Store	1508 W Landry St
Murphy USA 7714	Convenience Store	1615 Creswell Ln Ext
Opelousas 190 Truck Stop	Convenience Store	12120 Highway 190
Piggly Wiggly	Super Store	8410 Highway 182
Popillion Grocery	Convenience Store	1008 N Railroad Ave
RaceTrac 146	Convenience Store	1018 E Landry St
Roses Express 1324	Other	711 Creswell Ln
Sebastien's West-End Seafood	Specialty Store	1538 W Landry St
Shop Rite 83	Convenience Store	2411 S Union St
SUPER 1 FOODS 636	Supermarket	2418 S Union St
Super Stop	Convenience Store	1602 N Main St
Sweet Lucy's Soul Food Kitchen And Grocery	Convenience Store	528 Park Ave
Tiger Stop 7	Convenience Store	1118 W Vine St
Tiger Stop No	Convenience Store	528 E Landry St
WALGREENS 7426	Other	410 Creswell Ln
Walmart 543	Super Store	1629 Creswell Ln Ext
Walmart Neighborhood Market 5125	Super Store	2310 S Union St

Post Offices in Opelousas

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Postal Service	152 Wallior Street

Treatment Centers in Opelousas

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BAART Programs Breaux Bridge	Substance Abuse	337-332-4878
Heartland Recovery LLC	Substance Abuse	337-661-4245
Opelousas Behavioral Health Clinic	Both	337-948-0226
Saint Landry Parish Drug Court	Substance Abuse	337-407-2662

Churches & Religious Organizations in Opelousas

32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BEACON LIGHT MINISTRIES	405 N MAIN ST
BELIEVERS FAITH MINISTRIES	PO BOX 83
BELIEVERS FOR CHRIST MINISTRY INC	2054 HIGHWAY 749
BREAKER ANOINTING INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY INC	405 N MAIN ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	566 MILLER RD
CAUSE OF FATHER JOSEPH VERBIS LAFLEUR INC	PO BOX 1549
CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 1492
COMMUNITY CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST	PO BOX 445
CORNERSTONE BIBLE CHURCH OF OPELOUSAS INC	719 FLAGSTATION RD
DIVINE FAITH MINSITRIES INC	121 BEAUREGARD ST
FIRST BENJAMIN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 1052
GOD MINISTRIES AND PRAYER LINE	PO BOX 272
GRACE RIDGE MINISTRIES	1638 CRESWELL LN EXT STE 1
HIS LIGHT KINGDOM CHURCH	255 MAHOGANY DR
HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	434 S MAIN ST
LEO FRANKLIN III	1534 HIGHWAY 749
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN CENTER	1229 W LANDRY ST
LIVING WATERS CHRISTIAN CENTER	946 S BULLARD ST
LIVING WORD MINISTRIES	1742 ROSS ST
LOUISIANA MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	515 E BELLEVUE ST
MOHORN BAPTIST CHURCH	216 COSAY RD
MOUNT ZION TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH	1010 S UNION ST
NEW LIFE TABERNACLE INC	1314 HIGHWAY 749
OPELOUSAS FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER INCORPORATED	433 COMPRESS RD
OPELOUSAS-LAFAYETTE BIBLE STUDENTS	1020 W LANDRY ST
OUR LADY QUEEN OF ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH	2125 S UNION ST
SHARING THE NEED FOR JESUS CHRIST MINISTRY	1115 INA CLAIRE DR
SHEKINAH GLORY PRAISE & WORSHIP TABERNACLE	438 SAINT JAMES AVE
ST MARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	534 S MARKET ST
ST PETER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1535 ALBERTA ST
THE REFINERY MISSION	704 W SOUTH ST
WOMEN FOR THE SALVATION OF CHRIST	4076 HIGHWAY 31

Explore Near Opelousas

UFO Sightings

Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database

View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Opelousas.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Opelousas

What is the population of Opelousas?

Opelousas has a population of 15,662 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 1,620 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.7% female and 46.3% male.

Is Opelousas expensive to live in?

Opelousas 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 $36,260, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,000 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Opelousas safe?

Public safety is a concern in Opelousas, with a violent crime rate of 2,455 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,019 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Opelousas receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Opelousas?

Opelousas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Opelousas?

The unemployment rate in Opelousas is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,118. There are 11,990 business establishments in the area, including 739 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Opelousas?

The median home value in Opelousas is $113,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,078. For renters, the median monthly rent is $734. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,925.

How are the schools in Opelousas?

Schools in Opelousas have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 10.9% of adults in Opelousas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Opelousas?

The obesity rate in Opelousas is 46.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.0% of adults are smokers. 41.9% are physically inactive. 25.2% of residents report depression. 13.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 82.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:929.

What is transportation like in Opelousas?

The average commute in Opelousas is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Opelousas?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Opelousas is 16.2% White, 80.2% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Lawtell, LA 1,044 pop · 6.1 mi Leonville, LA 1,812 pop · 7.3 mi Port Barre, LA 2,292 pop · 7.8 mi Sunset, LA 3,026 pop · 8.3 mi Church Point, LA 4,133 pop · 11.5 mi Arnaudville, LA 1,518 pop · 12.3 mi Carencro, LA 10,882 pop · 14.9 mi Ville Platte, LA 6,299 pop · 16.2 mi Ossun, LA 1,940 pop · 16.8 mi Cecilia, LA 1,517 pop · 19.1 mi Scott, LA 8,348 pop · 19.7 mi Breaux Bridge, LA 7,497 pop · 19.7 mi Eunice, LA 9,261 pop · 20.2 mi Duson, LA 1,369 pop · 20.8 mi

Compare Opelousas with another city:

Opelousas, LA

Discover Opelousas, LA

City Guide — Opelousas

Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 24/32

Explore (Map Features) 1/1

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Opelousas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Opelousas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Opelousas vs U.S. Average

Income: Opelousas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Opelousas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure