Lafayette vs New Orleans
| Lafayette | New Orleans | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 121,706 | 380,408 |
| Median Household Income | $61,915 | $56,631 |
| Median Home Value | $257,000 | $315,700 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,100/mo | $1,251/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 53.1% | 51.2% |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | 7.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 41.1% | 42.4% |
| Median Age | 36.9 | 38.8 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.