Opelousas city, LA — Population & Demographics
Opelousas city, LA has a population of 15,662. The median household income is $36,260 and the median age is 34.3.
15,662
Population
$36,260
Median Income
$113,000
Median Home Value
34.3
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 16.2% |
| Black or African American | 80.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$36,260
Median Household Income
$19,584
Per Capita Income
31.5%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$113,000
Median Home Value
$734
Median Rent
50.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.6%
High School+
10.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
5.2%
Work From Home
24.2 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Opelousas city, LA has a population of 15,662 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Opelousas city, LA is $36,260, with 31.5% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Opelousas city, LA is $113,000, with median rent at $734.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.