District 8, Louisiana
District 8 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 8 is a geographic entity located in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,669. The land area covers 45.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,669 | ±1,389 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,753 | ±346 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,155 | ±361 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,753 | ±346 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 402 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $191,100 | ±$24,827 |
| Median Gross Rent | $862 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,848 | ±$9,243 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,279 | ±$3,059 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,312 | ±772 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,276 | ±532 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.9% | ±7.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 80,869 (2024)
ID: 166015
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PARISH PRESIDENT
PO BOX 1550, OPELOUSAS LA 70571-1550
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Branch, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lafayette, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rayne, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arnaudville, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Branch, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Breaux Bridge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Breaux Bridge, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Opelousas School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 9.9 mi away | 529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA, 70570 |
3379426147
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ARMAND J. BRINKHAUS SOUTH ST. LANDRY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 235 MARIE STREET, SUNSET, LA, 70584 |
(337) 662-3442
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Infinity College
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College | 11.2 mi away | 2600 Louisiana Avenue, Lafayette, LA, 70501-8833 |
3372619009
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NORTH REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 5101 N. UNIVERSITY, CARENCRO, LA, 70520 |
(337) 896-6323
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South Louisiana Community College
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College | 12.1 mi away | 1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4109 |
3375219000
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CHURCH POINT BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 311 NORTH VISTA STREET, CHURCH POINT, LA, 70525 |
(337) 684-5774
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Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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College | 12.1 mi away | 537 Cajundome Boulevard #211, Lafayette, LA, 70506-4293 |
3372056604
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OPELOUSAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 212 EAST GROLEE STREET, OPELOUSAS, LA, 70570 |
(337) 948-3693
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Lafayette
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College Vocational | 13.1 mi away | 2922 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA, 70503-3246 |
9854157569
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BUTLER MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 10.6 mi away | M L KING CENTER, 309 CORA STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501 |
(337) 234-0363
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GRAND COTEAU, LA US, located 3.8 miles from District 8. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.5° | 41.4° | 52.5° | 6.54" | — |
| February | 67.2° | 44.7° | 56.0° | 4.51" | — |
| March | 73.5° | 50.7° | 62.1° | 3.75" | — |
| April | 79.4° | 56.8° | 68.1° | 5.34" | — |
| May | 85.5° | 64.5° | 75.0° | 5.72" | — |
| June | 90.2° | 70.4° | 80.3° | 6.97" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 72.6° | 82.1° | 4.41" | — |
| August | 92.0° | 72.3° | 82.1° | 4.36" | — |
| September | 88.3° | 67.7° | 78.0° | 5.14" | — |
| October | 81.2° | 57.8° | 69.5° | 5.04" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 48.3° | 59.9° | 4.97" | — |
| December | 65.1° | 43.3° | 54.2° | 4.88" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Cankton village | Village | 3.2 mi | — |
| Grand Coteau town | Town | 3.9 mi | — |
| Carencro city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Church Point town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Ossun CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2209795326. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.