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Opelousas, LA

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Population
15,098
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
69 ft
Median Home Value
$105,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$717/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$32,964
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in LouisianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in LouisianaNearest larger communityLafayette, Louisiana22 miles away · 123,311 residents.

About Opelousas

Opelousas is a small city and the parish seat of St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, operating as the center of its micropolitan area. Situated at the junction of Interstate 49 and U.S. Route 190, the community of approximately 15,495 features the Louisiana African-American Heritage Trail. Public education is administered by the St. Landry Parish School Board.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+99.7ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.8rating

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