State
Parish
Land Area (mi²)
17.5 sq mi
Density (mi²)
766.80/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
2.89% (378)
Growth Since 2010
64.16% (5,259)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Broussard, Louisiana Population 2021
13,456
Broussard is a city located in Lafayette Parish Louisiana. With a 2020 population of 13,456, it is the 24th largest city in Louisiana and the 2493rd largest city in the United States . Broussard is currently growing at a rate of 2.89% annually and its population has increased by 64.16% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 8,197 in 2010. Broussard reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 18 miles, Broussard has a population density of 767 people per square mile.
The average household income in Broussard is $94,279 with a poverty rate of 13.33%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $1,210 per month, and the median house value is $214,400. The median age in Broussard is 35.1 years, 36.5 years for males, and 34.2 years for females.
Broussard Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Broussardwas:
- White: 82.58%
- Black or African American: 14.67%
- Asian: 1.28%
- Two or more races: 1.22%
- Native American: 0.25%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
- Other race: 0.00%
The current population of Broussard, Louisiana is 13,456 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 12,700.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 8,197.
Broussard, Louisiana Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,838 | 82.58% |
| Black or African American | 1,748 | 14.67% |
| Asian | 152 | 1.28% |
| Two or More Races | 145 | 1.22% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 30 | 0.25% |
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Broussard Population by Race
Broussard Population Pyramid $2021
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Broussard Population by Age
Broussard Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 4,370 | 2.69 | 77.6 |
| Married | 2,237 | 3.31 | 85.4 |
| Non Family | 1,489 | 1.4 | 66.4 |
| Male | 352 | 3.18 | 67.6 |
| Female | 292 | 3.91 | 86.3 |
3.16
Average Family Size
2.69
Average Household Size
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Broussard Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 279 | 3.33% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 411 | 4.91% |
| High School Graduate | 2,516 | 30.07% |
| Some College | 1,627 | 19.45% |
| Associates Degree | 415 | 4.96% |
| Bachelors Degree | 2,139 | 25.57% |
| Graduate Degree | 979 | 11.70% |
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Broussard Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Broussard Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 6,852 | 6,550 | 2,653 |
| Black | 1,013 | 820 | 248 |
| Hispanic | 313 | 133 | 133 |
| Asian | 113 | 113 | 24 |
| 2+ Races | 45 | 30 | 30 |
| Native American | 30 | 30 | 30 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
Broussard Educational Attainment by Race
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$46,028
Average Earnings
$60,475
Average Male
$31,348
Average Female
Broussard Earnings by Educational Attainment
Broussard Language by Age
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Broussard Language
91.09% of Broussard residents speak only English, while 8.91% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Other Indo-European, which is spoken by 4.38% of the population.
Broussard Language
Broussard Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 9,083 | 807 | 8.88% |
| Hispanic | 554 | 345 | 62.27% |
| Black | 1,707 | 334 | 19.57% |
| Multiple | 145 | 30 | 20.69% |
| Asian | 152 | 17 | 11.18% |
| Native | 30 | 16 | 53.33% |
13.33%
Overall Poverty Rate
8.38%
Male Poverty Rate
18.09%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Broussard
The race most likely to be in poverty in Broussard is Hispanic, with 62.27% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Broussard is White, with 8.88% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 7.01%. Among those working part-time, it was 29.32%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 20.28%.
Broussard Poverty
Broussard Poverty Rate by Education
Broussard Marital Status
Marriage Rates
49.9%
Overall Marriage Rate
51.8%
Male Marriage Rate
48.2%
Female Marriage Rate
Broussard Married by Age and Sex
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Broussard Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Broussard Marital Status by Race
Broussard Marital Status
Broussard Veterans by War
Broussard Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 413 | 5.44% |
| Black | 37 | 3.33% |
| Asian | 15 | 11.72% |
| Native American | 14 | 46.67% |
Broussard Veterans by Race
Broussard Veterans by Education
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0.00%
Veteran Poverty Rate
17.13%
Veteran Disability Rate
Broussard Veterans by Education
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74%
Labor Force Participation
70.9%
Employment Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Broussard Employment by Age
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Broussard Employment by Race
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Broussard Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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77.81%
Born in Broussard
94.87%
Native Born
5.13%
Foreign Born
3.62%
Non Citizen
1.51%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
94.87% of Broussard residents were born in the United States, with 77.81% having been born in Louisiana. 3.62% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Broussard Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13,456 | 378 | 2.89% |
| 2020 | 13,078 | 378 | 2.98% |
| 2019 | 12,700 | 378 | 3.07% |
| 2018 | 12,322 | 406 | 3.41% |
| 2017 | 11,916 | 473 | 4.13% |
| 2016 | 11,443 | 208 | 1.85% |
| 2015 | 11,235 | 884 | 8.54% |
| 2014 | 10,351 | 930 | 9.87% |
| 2013 | 9,421 | 592 | 6.71% |
| 2012 | 8,829 | 236 | 2.75% |
| 2011 | 8,593 | 180 | 2.14% |
| 2010 | 8,413 | 2,539 | 3.66% |
| 2000 | 5,874 | 2,661 | 6.22% |
| 1990 | 3,213 | 290 | 0.95% |
| 1980 | 2,923 | 0.00% |