Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
30%
Over 65
18%
Opelousas
Opelousas, LA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$658
Population
16,664
Renter Mix
51% Rent
A city that prides itself in history and cultural cuisine
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History and cultural flavors define Louisiana’s third oldest city, Opelousas. Historic homes, museums, and a town square reflect the city’s rich history and cultural roots. The city is the foundation for Cajun and Creole flavors, and the community unites through classic Louisiana cuisine like roux, boudin, and gumbo. Opelousas houses the St. Landry Parish Airport and is zoned into the St. Landry Parish School District. Residents enjoy easy access to major highways, and downtown’s cluster of antique shops, boutiques, and Cajun restaurants.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places is Old Federal Courthouse in Opelousas. Though not all listed on the national register, there are a multitude of must-visit historical sites in the area. The Louisiana Orphan Train Museum is a popular spot, as well as the historic mansion known as the “Hidden Capital of Louisiana” that served as the governor’s home during the Civil War. Apartments and houses are very affordable in this area, so find your perfect rental and begin enjoying the rich history, community, and seasonings of Opelousas, Louisiana.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$28,666
Average: $43,344
Education
1,793
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,966
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Opelousas has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
51%
Non-Renters
49%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
8%
Other Education
92%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Opelousas, LA is $658 for one bedroom, and $794 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Opelousas has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$658/month
590 Sq Ft
House
$1,155/month
1,036 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Opelousas, LA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
220 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
575 Students
Public
Grades K-5
248 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
474 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
322 Students
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Public
Grades 6-12
258 Students
Public
Grades K-8
220 Students
Public
Grades K-12
301 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
456 Students
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts
Public
Grades 6-12
258 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
582 Students
Public
Grades K-12
301 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
840 Students
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Military Bases
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 February 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.