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Thibodaux, LA

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

Thibodaux is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 15,792. Residents earn $53,775 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
15,792 Population 2,326/sq mi density
$53,775 Median Income $38,016 per capita
$237,400 Home Value $223,785 Zillow
$989 Median Rent 33.3% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
555 Violent Crime/100K 3,531 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,775 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$237,400 home value, $989/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
555 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,775
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $237,400
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 555/100K
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $989
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.5%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,792
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density2,326/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,775
Per Capita$38,016
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$237,400
Rent$989
Ownership58.0%
Zillow$223,785
Housing Units6,922
Rent Burden33.3%

Crime

F
Violent555/100K
Property3,531/100K
Murder27.4/100K
Assault494/100K
Burglary432/100K

Health

Obesity48.5%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.6%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain71.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation11 ft (3 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Thibodaux a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thibodaux receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Thibodaux offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thibodaux is $53,775, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thibodaux is $237,400, 16% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,531 per 100,000, 80% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Thibodaux enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°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 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thibodaux has a population of 15,792 with a density of 2,326 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 24.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,792
Total Population
2,326
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Thibodaux vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thibodaux vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thibodaux is $53,775, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,016. The average weekly wage is $1,867, 30% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Thibodaux vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,775
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467
Gini Index0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above 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 Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Thibodaux is $237,400, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,785. Homes sell for 97% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $989 (15% 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. 58.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,922 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $3,647. 33.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,400
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,785
Median List Price$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,900
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops21.7%
Inventory46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$989
15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,449
Rent Burden33.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.0%
Owner-Occupied58.0%
Renter-Occupied42.0%
Housing Units6,922
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Thibodaux, 48.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 41.0% have high blood pressure. 17.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.4% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% 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.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5
3.1
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
4.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
50.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.1
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
124.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.5%
51% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.7%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,905
Dentists1:2,125
Mental Health1:666
Checkup Rate81.1%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80
Thibodaux has a violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 493.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 34.3. The murder rate is 27.4 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,531 per 100,000, 80% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,962, burglary at 432, vehicle theft at 137 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Thibodaux receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent555.3/100K
46% above US avg
Murder27.4/100K
335% above US avg
Rape34.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault493.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,530.5/100K
80% above US avg
Burglary431.9/100K
Theft2,961.5/100K
Vehicle Theft137.1/100K
Arson13.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents46
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Thibodaux enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°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 71.1 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 11 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density2,326/sq mi
Coordinates29.7949°N, 90.8146°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Charles Parish County
Nearest AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.1"
87% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.60"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.70"

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 M3.0 114 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 23 km
2021 Ida Category 4 24 km
2020 Laura Category 4 240 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 69 km
2020 Delta Category 3 204 km
2020 Sally Category 2 264 km
2019 Barry Category 1 119 km
2017 Nate Category 1 156 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 53 km
2009 Ida Category 1 251 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 57 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 274 km
2005 Katrina Category 5 122 km
2005 Rita Category 4 250 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 96 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 272 km
2002 Lili Category 4 138 km
1998 Georges Category 2 196 km
1998 Earl Category 2 250 km
1997 Danny Category 1 111 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

432 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 847 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983 EF4 42 km 0
Oct 3, 1964 EF4 48 km 22
Mar 22, 2022 EF3 74 km 1
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 92 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 82 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 34 km 0
Aug 25, 1992 EF3 47 km 2
Apr 26, 1973 EF3 83 km 0
Feb 29, 1972 EF3 98 km 0
Sep 16, 1971 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 17, 1970 EF3 48 km 0
Dec 25, 1969 EF3 64 km 0
Apr 12, 1969 EF3 46 km 0
Jan 28, 1966 EF3 50 km 0
Mar 21, 1957 EF3 39 km 0
Feb 6, 1953 EF3 77 km 2
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 67 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 38 km 1
Jun 6, 2019 EF2 42 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF2 62 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 UNIT 1 B 2,030 95 km
1998 UNIT 4 CD 1,729 99 km
1998 UNIT 7 1,623 98 km
2011 BAD ROMANCE 1,305 92 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,206 100 km
2004 UNITS 1A-1B 1,108 95 km
2010 UNNAMED 904 53 km
2009 GOOSEPOINT C 864 99 km
1996 1 B 846 93 km
1998 UNIT 2 A 821 96 km
1997 1 A 797 96 km
2005 UNT 4A SAMMY SLOUGH 717 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
March 62°F (17°C) 5.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
June 80°F (26°C) 6.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 7.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Driest
November 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in

Thibodaux has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 66.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and October the driest (3.7").

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Thibodaux is located in St. Charles Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 37.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% above the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. 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. 85.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.1% 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
Traffic Accidents46
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.71
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density2,326/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi
CountySt. Charles Parish County

Services

Broadband Access85.5%
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 Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home4.7%
Average costs for common services in Thibodaux. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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

Colleges & Universities in Thibodaux

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Nicholls State University Public · Bachelor's 6,763 96.0% $8,173 $9,266

Hospitals in Thibodaux

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
THIBODAUX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (985) 447-5500

Schools in Thibodaux

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Thibodaux High School High 1,454 63 23.1:1
Thibodaux Elementary School Elementary 592 32 18.5:1
Bayou Community Academy Charter School (Charter) Elementary 515 27 19.1:1
Virtual Academy of Lafourche (Charter) Other 494 0
W.S. Lafargue Elementary School Elementary 456 25 18.2:1
West Thibodaux Middle School Middle 430 25 17.2:1
Chackbay Elementary School Elementary 391 22 17.8:1
C.M. Washington Elementary School Elementary 349 23 15.2:1
St. Charles Elementary School Elementary 274 15 18.3:1
Sixth Ward Middle School Middle 271 15 18.1:1
East Thibodaux Middle School Middle 238 19 12.5:1
Bayou Boeuf Elementary School Elementary 216 15 14.4:1
The MAX Charter School (Charter) Elementary 112 9 12.4:1
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Radio Stations near Thibodaux

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KMRC Radio blues, swamp rock MP3 128 kbps
104.1 The Spot adult hits AAC

National Parks Near Thibodaux

11 national parks and monuments found near Thibodaux.

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
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park State Park 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 Thibodaux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BAYOU COUNTRY CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM211 RUE BETANCOURT9854462200$864,249
SOUTH LOUISIANA WETLANDS DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9855807289$202,422
AMEEN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9854932500
EDWARD DOUGLASS WHITE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9854470915
KIDS IN MOTION PLAYHOUSE DISCOVERY MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9852096327
REGIONAL MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9858738200
SOUTHDOWN PLANTATION HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9858510154
ST JAMES HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1988 JEFFERSON HWY2258699752

Libraries in Thibodaux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TERREBONNE PARISH151 LIBRARY DRIVE0.0883,882
LAFOURCHE PARISH PUBLIC LIBRARY705 WEST 5TH STREET0.0395,872
ST. JAMES PARISH1879 W. MAIN STREET0.067,483
ASSUMPTION PARISH293 NAPOLEON AVENUE0.057,023

Farmers Markets in Thibodaux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cajun Farmers MarketNaquin01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012
Downtown Houma Farmers, Fishermen and Artisans Market7910 West Park AvenueJanuary to DecemberSat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Lafourche Central Market 4484 Hwy. 101/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
The MarketLA 1 01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Thibodaux Main Street Farmers Market314 St Mary St04/01/2013 to 12/28/2013Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;

Hotels in Thibodaux

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bed & Breakfast Naquins
Days Inn & Suites Bayou Land
Hampton Inn & Suites Thibodaux

Restaurants in Thibodaux

17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Mike's BBQ
Bubba's II of Thibodaux
Bubba's II Po-boys & Seafood
Chili's
China Garden II
Cinclare Restaurant
El Paso Mexican Grill
Envie Restaurant & Oyster Bar
LA 1 Seafood
La Casa Del Sol
Lin's Chinese Buffet
Moe's Wings and More
Pizza Hut
Rotolo's Pizzeria
Santa Fe
Spahr's Downtown
The Foundry On The Bayou

Cafes in Thibodaux

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PJ's Coffee Shop
Starbucks

Veterinaries in Thibodaux

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

De La Houssaye Animal Hospital
US #708121995

Gas Stations in Thibodaux

14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Conoco
Go Bears
Gulf
Happy Family Gas Station
Marathon
Mike's Fina
Murphy USA
Pure
Shell
Shell
Texaco
Texaco
Walmart

Banks in Thibodaux

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capital One
Coastal Commerce Bank
First American Bank and Trust
Regions Bank
Synergy Bank
United Community Bank

Gyms in Thibodaux

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
US #708121998

Breweries in Thibodaux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Coca-colaBottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries1300 Lynn St9854463482Visit

Nursing Homes in Thibodaux

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LAFOURCHE HOME FOR AGED & INFIRM
1002 TIGER DRIVE
Non profit - Corporation 72 69 5/5 3/5 2/5 9854472205
AUDUBON HEALTH AND REHAB
2110 AUDUBON AVENUE
For profit - Corporation 180 132 4/5 2/5 3/5 9854463109
THIBODAUX HEALTHCARE CENTER
1300 LAFOURCHE DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 78 70 3/5 3/5 4/5 9854461332

Pharmacies in Thibodaux

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 5297 201 NORTH CANAL BOULEVARD 985-446-5646
D AND M PHARMACY 1772 CANAL BOULEVARD 985-447-3746
RITE AID - 7278 1625 SAINT MARY STREET 985-446-9934
SOUTHLAND DRUGS 2 1117 AUDUBON AVENUE 985-447-5852
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1016 410 NORTH CANAL BOULEVARD 985-446-3637
WALGREENS - 12626 1000 SOUTH ACADIA ROAD 985-449-2626
WALGREENS - 4140 195 NORTH CANAL BOULEVARD 985-447-2456

EV Charging Stations in Thibodaux

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Robichaux Ford272 West Main StreetBlink Network1J1772public

Cell Towers in Thibodaux

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Vacherie site) 1.6 KM FROM JCT OF LA ROUTES 20 & 3127 AT ST. JAMES PARISHTOWER609
(Napoleonville site) HWY 308 .7 MI ESETOWER126
117 Cookshack Street (76548)GTOWER108
222 FANDALL STREET (30247/GIBSON)TOWER102
222 FANDALL STREET (92803)GTOWER102
540 BACK ST (Thibodaux site)TOWER98
895 Hwy 398 (99212)GTOWER98
1604 HIGHWAY 20 (79053)GTOWER93
6527 Hwy 1003 (98097)LTOWER93
6346 HIGHWAY 44LTOWER90
154 DOROTHY LANE (Bayou Black site)TOWER83
1368 HWY 20 THIBODAUX LA (Chackbay site)TOWER83
29229 Highway 20LTOWER80
29229 Highway 20 (117017)LTOWER80
2181 BAYOU ROAD (79052)LTOWER79
(Percle site) 2945 Highway 1 (304801)TOWER77

Fire Stations in Thibodaux

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Chackbay Volunteer Fire Department103 Moonflower DRVolunteer985-633-2828
Lafourche Crossing 308 Volunteer Fire Department691 Highway 308Volunteer985-448-3152
St John Volunteer Fire Department2072 Saint Mary STVolunteer985-448-0618
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 1421Volunteer985-447-1986

Power Plants Near Thibodaux

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
THIBODAUXNATURAL GAS STEAM TURBINE221112-90.8RE

Bridges in Thibodaux

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete199118012,957G
SlabConcrete19661898,737F
SlabConcrete19661898,110F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19672287,822F
SlabConcrete19862297,219F
SlabConcrete20151836,806G
SlabConcrete20061802,824G

Correctional Facilities in Thibodaux

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
LAFOURCHE PARISH DETENTION CENTER952 HIGHWAY 3185COUNTY196244OPEN
LAFOURCHE PARISH JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITY2525 VETERANS BOULEVARDCOUNTY-99911OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Thibodaux

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Schriever, LA145 Burlington CourtTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Thibodaux

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC UNCLE SAM PLANT7250 HIGHWAY 44SAINT JAMES

Airports Near Thibodaux

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportMSYLarge Airport
Baton Rouge Metropolitan AirportBTRMedium Airport
Blouin Flightpark UltralightportSmall Airport
Cal Mire FieldSmall Airport
Capozzoli AirportSmall Airport
Chitimacha Air ParkSmall Airport
Cora Texas Landing StripSmall Airport
Covington-Vincent AirportSmall Airport
Daneco Landing StripSmall Airport
Double H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fitzsimmons AirportSmall Airport
Greenwood Plantation UltralightportSmall Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional AirportSmall Airport
Harry P Williams Memorial AirportPTNSmall Airport
Hickham FieldSmall Airport
Houma Terrebonne AirportHUMSmall Airport
Huffaker FieldSmall Airport
Louisiana Regional AirportSmall Airport
Marmande AirportSmall Airport
Naquin FieldSmall Airport
Omni AirportSmall Airport
Pierce FieldSmall Airport
PK FieldSmall Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional AirportSmall Airport
Promised Landings AirportSmall Airport
Schexnayder AirportSmall Airport
Sheridan's StripSmall Airport
Simpson AirportSmall Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr AirportSmall Airport
Southern Helicopters AirportSmall Airport
Southland Strip Number 2 UltralightportSmall Airport
St Charles AirportSmall Airport
Stevens StripSmall Airport
Theriot FieldSmall Airport
Thibodaux Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Triche FieldSmall Airport
Valverda StripSmall Airport
White Castle AirportSmall Airport
Whitehall Field UltralightportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Thibodaux

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office
Houma Police Department
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office - Civil Criminal and Probate
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office Training Academy
Louisiana State Police Troop C
Saint James Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint James Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint James Parish Sheriff's Office - Juvenile Division
Saint James Parish Sheriff's Office - Records
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office - Detective Bureau
Thibodaux Police Department

Grocery Stores in Thibodaux

25 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
82092 82092Supermarket32 Rienzi Dr
CHARLIES #3Convenience Store1511 Ridgefield Rd
Circle K 2704575Convenience Store101 W 1st St
Ctb Tiger Food MartConvenience Store1150 Tiger Dr
CVS/ PHARMACY 5297Other201 N Canal Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 1288Other805 Saint Mary St
DOLLAR GENERAL 14016Other1244 Talbot Ave
Dollar General 18029Other1931 Highway 308
Dollar General 24413Other355 N Canal Blvd
Dollar General Store 17322Other2041 Saint Mary St
Dollar Tree 1761Other359 N Canal Blvd
Family Dollar 5505Other509 Saint Mary St
Go Bears #40 40Convenience Store103 E Bayou Rd
Go-bears #13 13Convenience Store1501 Saint Mary St
L & N FOOD STORE INCSuper Store622 Lafourche Dr
Moes Discount & Convenience LLCConvenience Store100 Saint Charles St
Murphy USA 7728Convenience Store412 N Canal Blvd
Rouses Market 16Super Store204 N Canal Blvd
Rouses Market 17Super Store1653 Saint Mary St
Rouses Market 59Super Store1030 S Acadia Rd
Seafood Outlet n/aSpecialty Store1701 Canal Blvd
Walgreens 12626Other1000 S Acadia Rd
Walgreens 4140Other195 N Canal Blvd
Walmart Neighborhood Market 5464Super Store224 W Main St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 1016Super Store410 N Canal Blvd

Post Offices in Thibodaux

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Thibodaux Post Office

Treatment Centers in Thibodaux

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Compass Behavioral Center - HoumaBoth985-876-1715
Lafourche Behavioral HealthBoth985-537-6823
Lake Wellness Center - HoumaSubstance Abuse888-488-5253
Leonard J Chabert Medical Center - Behavioral HealthBoth985-873-2200
New Start Recovery IncSubstance Abuse985-223-4009 x101
Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital - Behavioral HealthBoth985-537-6841
Start CorporationBoth985-333-2020

DOL Wage Violations in Thibodaux

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $313,404 in back wages owed to 356 employees.

16
Violations
$313,404
Back Wages Owed
356
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Lafourche Parish School Board SIGNIFICANT 70301 1 $245,067 $3,142 78
Bayou Signs 70301 1 $19,425 $1,766 11
Little Angels Developmental Center 70301 1 $11,199 $589 19
El Paso Mexican Grill-Thibodaux 70301 1 $9,954 $711 14
Rouses Markets 70301 1 $8,370 $68 124
Chackbay Nursery 70301 2 $5,223 $475 11
Bayou Oaks Health Services, LLC 70301 1 $5,089 $509 10
Phylway Construction Phylway Construction, LLC. 70301 2 $3,373 $178 19
Lafourche Home for the Aged and Infirm 70301 1 $1,531 $57 27
Triple K and M Farms, Inc. 70301 1 $1,288 $143 9
Foret Contracting Group, LLC 70301 1 $947 $56 17
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wyndham Hotels 70301 1 $867 $173 5
Amy's Country Candles, LLC 70301 1 $502 $84 6
Geaux Fish 70301 1 $450 $150 3
Private Worksource Solutions LLC 70301 1 $112 $56 2
Grenier Industries 70302 1 $5 $5 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Thibodaux

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BREAKTHROUGH BELIEVERS MINISTRY INC200 RUE BONPAPA
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH203 E 7TH ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS315 FAIRFIELD DR
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS134 BELLE HELENE ST
CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST2528 TALBOT AVE
DAYSPRING MINISTRIES INC1201 HIGHWAY 1
DIOCESE OF SOROTI MISSION PARTNERSHIP1410 BURMA RD
EDWARD DOUGLAS WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC555 CARDINAL DR
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD150 HIGHWAY 3185
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH522 GREEN ST
HEARTS ON FIRE INC113 BEHAM CT
HOUSE OF PRAYER OF THIBODAUX2229 HIGHWAY 3185-DAYCARE
KINGDOM COME CHURCH777 DELMAR RD
LAFOURCHE PARISH FIRE DISTRICT 8-APO BOX 625
LIFE TABERNACLE CHURCH101 GREEN ACRES DR
MARIAN SERVANTS OF THE WORD INC506 CARDINAL DR
MIRACLE OF THE ROSARY MISSION INC1444 C HWY 1
MOTHERS CLUB OF EDWARD DOUGLAS WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLPO BOX 935
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CENTERPO BOX 641
PROMISE OF LIFE MINISTRIES WORSHIP CENTER701A HICKORY ST
PURE DIVINE JOY MINISTRIES416 CAMELLIA DR
RISING ABOVE INTERNATIONAL106 RUE BONPAPA
ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH718 JACKSON ST
ST JOHNS HISTORIC CEMETERY ASSOCIATION INC718 JACKSON ST
ST PETER BAPTIST CHURCH109 SAINT PETER RD
THIBODAUX FAMILY CHURCH INCPO BOX 350
UNITED CAMPUS MINISTRIESNSU BOX 2051
UNIVERSITY BAPTIST CHURCH OF THIBODAUX LOUISIANA904 MENARD ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thibodaux

What is the population of Thibodaux?

Thibodaux has a population of 15,792 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 2,326 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Thibodaux expensive to live in?

Thibodaux 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 $53,775, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $237,400 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Thibodaux safe?

The violent crime rate in Thibodaux is 555 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,531 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Thibodaux receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Thibodaux?

Thibodaux enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°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 71.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Thibodaux?

Thibodaux has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average 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 22 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thibodaux?

The median home value in Thibodaux is $237,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,785. For renters, the median monthly rent is $989. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,647.

How are the schools in Thibodaux?

Schools in Thibodaux score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 37.5% of adults in Thibodaux hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Thibodaux?

The obesity rate in Thibodaux is 48.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.6% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 28.9% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Thibodaux?

The average commute in Thibodaux is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thibodaux?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thibodaux is 67% White, 24.5% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

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