District 8, Louisiana
District 8 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 8 is a geographic entity located in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,791. The land area covers 51.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,791 | ±836 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.9 yrs | ±7.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 825 | ±216 | 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 | 1,031 | ±221 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 825 | ±216 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 206 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $209,400 | ±$41,934 |
| Median Gross Rent | $533 | ±$276 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,838 | ±$36,089 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,833 | ±$8,152 |
| Poverty Rate | 46.1% | ±22% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,286 | ±724 |
| Unemployment Rate | 28.4% | ±17.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 910 | ±283 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 56.8% | ±20.3% |
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: 28,425 (2024)
ID: 166023
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
PO BOX 757, PORT ALLEN LA 70767-0757
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baker, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baton Rouge, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Brusly, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brusly, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brusly, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Brusly, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Baton Rouge, 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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Southern University-Board and System
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College | 11.7 mi away | JS Clark Admin Bldg 4th Floor, Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257714500
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ROSEDALE BRANCH
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 15695 ROSEDALE ROAD, ROSEDALE, LA, 70772 |
(225) 648-2213
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Southern University Law Center
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College | 11.8 mi away | Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257712552
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GROSSE TETE BRANCH
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 18135 WILLOW STREET, GROSSE TETE, LA, 70740 |
(225) 648-2667
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University of Louisiana-System Administration
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College | 12.0 mi away | Claiborne Building, 1201 N. 3rd St., Suite 7-300, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802 |
2253426950
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MARINGOUIN BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 77175 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, MARINGOUIN, LA, 70757 |
(225) 625-2743
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Southern University and A & M College
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College | 12.1 mi away | P.O. Box 9374, Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70813 |
2257714500
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JULIAN POYDRAS BRANCH
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 4985 JULIAN POYDRAS LANE, ROUGON, LA, 70773 |
(225) 627-5846
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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
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College | 13.4 mi away | 156 Thomas Boyd Hall, Baton Rouge, LA, 70803-2750 |
2255783202
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WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 830 NORTH ALEXANDER AVENUE, PORT ALLEN, LA, 70767 |
(225) 342-7920
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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 BRUSLY 2 W, LA US, located 9.5 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 | 62.0° | 39.6° | 50.8° | 6.09" | — |
| February | 66.1° | 43.0° | 54.6° | 5.05" | — |
| March | 72.8° | 49.4° | 61.1° | 4.26" | — |
| April | 78.8° | 55.3° | 67.1° | 5.49" | — |
| May | 85.1° | 63.6° | 74.4° | 5.44" | — |
| June | 89.5° | 70.0° | 79.8° | 6.70" | — |
| July | 91.4° | 72.2° | 81.8° | 5.09" | — |
| August | 91.8° | 71.4° | 81.6° | 6.41" | — |
| September | 88.2° | 67.0° | 77.6° | 5.25" | — |
| October | 80.6° | 55.7° | 68.1° | 5.29" | — |
| November | 70.8° | 46.0° | 58.4° | 3.96" | — |
| December | 64.0° | 41.3° | 52.6° | 5.43" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erwinville CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Rosedale village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Grosse Tete village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Maringouin town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Brusly town | Town | 10.3 mi | — |
| Addis town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2212195354. • 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.