South Vacherie, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Charles Parish County
South Vacherie, LA
At a Glance
How South Vacherie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Vacherie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Vacherie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Vacherie residents earn a median household income of $85,054 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,117. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Vacherie is $196,700 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $304,767. Median rent is $1,092/month, with 13.3% 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 1981.
Education
24.2% of adults in South Vacherie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Vacherie 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 64.5 inches.