Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA Metro Area

Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA · Metro Area

202,438Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $64,038
Median home value: $189,700
Land area: 2,298 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Terrebonne Parish, LA	Central	106,186	$64,836	$187,200
Lafourche Parish, LA	Central	96,252	$63,135	$193,900

Largest cities and towns

24 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Houma, LA	City	32,392	$58,194
Bayou Cane, LA	CDP	21,253	$74,350
Thibodaux, LA	City	15,732	$52,072
Bayou Blue, LA	CDP	12,218	$63,958
Raceland, LA	CDP	9,585	$60,286
Schriever, LA	CDP	6,690	$66,571
Galliano, LA	CDP	5,906	$49,918
Larose, LA	CDP	5,515	$80,577
Chackbay, LA	CDP	5,436	$65,968
Cut Off, LA	CDP	5,398	$67,941
Gray, LA	CDP	5,154	$54,559
Lafourche Crossing, LA	CDP	2,790	$73,309
Lockport, LA	Town	2,618	$60,398
Chauvin, LA	CDP	2,502	$52,619
Bourg, LA	CDP	2,239	$69,094
Presquille, LA	CDP	2,062	$112,000
Golden Meadow, LA	Town	1,854	$71,875
Mathews, LA	CDP	1,598	$86,607
Bayou Country Club, LA	CDP	1,497	$111,696
Lockport Heights, LA	CDP	1,481	$125,654
Montegut, LA	CDP	1,266	$57,076
Kraemer, LA	CDP	1,065	$51,935
Dulac, LA	CDP	517	$38,750
Choctaw, LA	CDP	268	$58,889

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Unemployment

4.4%

College Educated

19.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$64,038

Mean Household Income

$85,114

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.5%

Female

50.5%

Population Split

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

French19.5%

English5.8%

German5.3%

Irish3.5%

Italian3.4%

Mexican3.4%

Scottish0.8%

African0.5%

Polish0.4%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

2.8%Foreign Born

97.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized31.9%

Non-Citizen68.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later41.1%

Before 201058.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

88,839

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Median Home Value

$189,700

Median Year Built

1982

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

46,033

College Enrollment

16.4%

High School

23.1%

College Educated

19.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

82.4%

Public Transit

0.3%

Work From Home

4.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.0%

18-34 Years

21.2%

35-64 Years

38.6%

65+ Years

16.2%

Population Composition

Under 1824.0%

18-3421.2%

35-6438.6%

65+16.2%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.1%

Single Parent

7.7%

Living Alone

25.9%

Avg Size

2.49

Household Types

Married Couples48.1%

Single Parent7.7%

Living Alone25.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$33,746

SNAP Usage

16.7%

Health Insurance

93.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k20.0%

$25k - $50k20.8%

$50k - $100k28.2%

$100k+31.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

7.9%

Retail Trade

12.9%

Education & Health Care

23.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.2%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

87.0%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.2%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

85.1

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

164.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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