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Sunset, LA

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Population
3,194
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
48 ft
Median Home Value
$206,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$860/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,964
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Sunset

Sunset is a quiet, welcoming town in St. Landry Parish with roughly 3,000 residents, sitting about 15 minutes north of Lafayette along Interstate 49. Historically known for its sweet potato farming and rich Acadian roots, the community balances rural charm with plenty of personality. You will find local antique shops, art galleries, and historic storefronts around town, surrounded by open fields and quiet residential streets.

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Day-to-day life here moves at an easy pace. Local families are served by St. Landry Parish schools along with nearby specialty options like French immersion programs, and the quick access to I-49 makes commuting into Lafayette for work, healthcare, and dining straightforward. It is an appealing landing spot for anyone looking for a neighborly, small-town Louisiana lifestyle within easy reach of city conveniences.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+99.7ratingLow PopulationA+97.8rating

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