Breaux Bridge
Breaux Bridge city, Louisiana
Alright, let me paint you a picture of life in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. If you're looking for a place where your dollar stretches further, this is it. Forget the national median home value of around $350,000; here, you're looking at a median of just $160,000. That means you can snag a charming Acadiana home without breaking the bank. It's a town of about 7,500 friendly folks, where the pace is slower, and the air smells of good food and good times. Think of a place where you can relax, enjoy life's simple pleasures, and still be within reach of the bigger cities, if you want them.
From an investment perspective, Breaux Bridge offers a compelling story. While the median household income of $45,619 is below the national average, the cost of living is significantly lower, making it an attractive option for those seeking affordability. The town is known for being safe and welcoming, perfect for young families and retirees. The housing market is stable, and with its unique cultural heritage, Breaux Bridge is a place where you can find a true sense of community and the potential for a sound real estate investment.
Breaux Bridge, Louisiana at a Glance
Breaux Bridge is a city in Breaux Bridge city, Louisiana with a population of approximately 7,544. The median home value is $160,000 and the median household income is $45,619.. The violent crime rate is 0.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 86% below the national average. Air quality is rated Good. The overall climate risk is rated as "Relatively Moderate." Median rent is $876 per month. Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA, Walk Score, and FEMA.
Median Home Value
$160,000
Median Income
$45,619
Population
7,544
Walk Score
N/A
Air Quality
AQI 42
Good
Climate Risk
Relatively Moderate
Good
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- Population
- 7,544
- Median Age
- N/A
- Median Household Income
- $45,619
39% below nat'l avg
- Bachelor's Degree+
- N/A
- Poverty Rate
- 30.7%
148% above nat'l avg
- Median Home Value
- $160,000
43% below nat'l avg
- Median Rent
- $876
25% below nat'l avg
- Homeownership Rate
- 71.6%
9% above nat'l avg
- Affordability Index
- N/A
- Violent Crime Rate
- 0.5 per 1K
86% below nat'l avg
- Property Crime Rate
- 11.1 per 1K
42% below nat'l avg
- AQI
- 42
Near nat'l avg
- Category
- Good
- Overall Risk
- Relatively Moderate
- Risk Score
- 75.83
Top Hazards
- Overall
- N/A
- Road Traffic
- N/A
- Aviation
- N/A
- Rail
- N/A
- Electricity Rate
- 11.9¢/kWh
28% below nat'l avg
- Est. Monthly Electric
- $107
22% below nat'l avg
- Unemployment Rate
- 9.6%
159% above nat'l avg
- Poverty Rate
- 30.7%
148% above nat'l avg
Political Landscape
→ Politically stable
Based on Avoyelles County county-level presidential election data
Culture & Things to Do in Breaux Bridge
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival
Annual festival celebrating crawfish with food, music, and a crawfish eating contest.
Zydeco Breakfast
Weekly event with live Zydeco music and a traditional Cajun breakfast.
Festival International de Louisiane
A free, non-ticketed, multi-day, multi-genre music and arts festival held in nearby Lafayette.
Swamp Pop Music Festival
A celebration of Swamp Pop music with live performances.
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