Opelousas city, Louisiana
Official LSAD Designation: Opelousas city • Census GEOID: 2258045
• St. Landry Parish
Opelousas city is an incorporated city in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. According to official records from the Census (2025), Opelousas city had an estimated population of 15,098 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Opelousas city (GEOID 2258045).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Opelousas
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 1879, OPELOUSAS LA 70571-1879
Parish Of St Landry
County
Official Title:
Parish President
Address:
PO BOX 1550, OPELOUSAS LA 70571-1550
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,098 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $32,964 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $105,100 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 9.67 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).