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Opelousas, LA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Julian

Anyone regret moving to Opelousas?

I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $36,260, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a small town city with about 15,662 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is ...

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Madelyn

Cost of living reality check -Opelousas

OK so Household incomes average around $36,260 in Opelousas. Homes are going for about $113,000 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this?

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Madelyn

Things that make Opelousas unique

Random thought, Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, which is about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Aubrey Sanchez

What surprised you most about Opelousas?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $734 for rent here. Household incomes average around $36,260 in Opelousas. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks for reading.

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Axel Hernandez

Healthcare options in Opelousas?

Longtime lurker here, It's a a small town city with about 15,662 people. Rent is about $734/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's ...

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Nolan Reed

Opelousas vs Tucson -which is better?

It's a a small town city with about 15,662 people. You can expect to pay around $734 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The weather takes some getting used to. Property t...

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Evan Morris

Best and worst neighborhoods in Opelousas

I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $113,000 on average. Rent is about $734/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for f...

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Levi Thomas

What surprised you most about Opelousas?

OK so Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 31.5%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $734/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $36,260 in Opelousas. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Co...

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