Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
15%
Broussard, LA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,159
Population
13,157
Renter Mix
20% Rent
At the heart of one of America’s most unique cultures
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Broussard sits just south of Lafayette in the heart of Acadiana, where French is still spoken by some longtime residents and the smell of a crawfish boil can drift through the air on any given weekend. Originally known as Côte Gelée, or Frozen Hill, the city traces its roots to the Acadian settlers who arrived in Louisiana in the 18th century, and that heritage still shapes everyday life here. The pace is relaxed, outdoor recreation is plentiful, and the connection to Cajun food, music, and culture feels genuinely lived-in rather than performed.
Day-to-day living in Broussard leans toward the comfortable and unhurried, with easy access to Lafayette's bigger draws like the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the Acadiana Mall, and Lafayette Regional Airport just a short drive away. The local rental market offers a solid mix of townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and single-family units that suit a range of lifestyles. Whether you're drawn in by the nearby bayous, the festivals that fill the Cajun calendar, or simply the appeal of a tight-knit community with affordable options, Broussard delivers something that bigger cities rarely can.
Explore the City
Arceneaux Park offers a walking trail, baseball field, and basketball court in Broussard, LA.
Well maintained greens and ponds can be found at Les Vieux Chenes course, located in Broussard.
A row of mediterranean style homes located in west Broussard, Louisiana.
A free public library stand sits along a side street in downtown Broussard, LA.
A resident takes a morning jog along a trail at Saint Julien Park in Broussard.
Residents of Broussard enjoy a dinner at LT Seafood and Steakhouse.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$79,917
Average: $103,659
Education
3,644
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,873
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Broussard has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Broussard, LA is $1,159 for one bedroom, $1,475 for two bedrooms, and $1,484 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Broussard has decreased by -13.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,159/month
752 Sq Ft
House
$2,290/month
1,649 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,397/month
1,254 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Broussard, LA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Martial Billeaud Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
572 Students
Katharine Drexel Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
583 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
465 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Zoo of Acadiana
- Children's Museum of Acadiana
- Lafayette Science Museum & Planetarium
- Acadiana Park Nature Station
- Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.