RANK #922 / 996 · POP 97,220 · LA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -2.0%
Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, often called "The Longest Street in America," is defined by Bayou Lafourche, which stretches 100 miles from the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico. This waterway shaped early settlement patterns, with homes lining its banks for miles, creating a distinctive linear community. Located southwest of New Orleans, about 60 miles away, and 65 miles south of Baton Rouge, the parish offers a rural feel with access to larger cities. Commutes vary, with many residents traveling to neighboring Terrebonne Parish for work. Outdoor recreation is prominent, featuring swamp tours, fishing, and birdwatching at sites like the Lockport Elevated Boardwalk.
Life in Lafourche Parish centers around its Cajun culture and natural surroundings. The public school system, headquartered in Thibodaux, serves over 14,000 students across its elementary, middle, and high schools. The economy is deeply tied to its natural resources and strategic location. Major investment flows into the energy sector, particularly at Port Fourchon, which serves as a vital hub for Gulf of Mexico oil production. Additionally, the parish maintains a strong agricultural presence, ranking highly in sugar, citrus, and beef production, alongside a significant seafood industry.
Below national median
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Argent LNG Export Facility
Argent LNG
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$25,000M | Planned |
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Diamond Offshore Wind Farm
Diamond Offshore Wind (Mitsubishi subsidiary)
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$50M | Planned |
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Port Fourchon Wind Turbine
Gulf Wind Technology
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$50M | Under Construction |
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Thibodaux Solar Project (Sunbeam 2)
D.E. Shaw Investments
|
$50M | Proposed |
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McLeod Business Park Development
Lafourche Parish Government
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$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Lafourche Parish has a Boom Town Index score of 7/100, ranking #922 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.1% and a median household income of $61,381, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Lafourche Parish is $177,200 with median rent at $873/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3464, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.5% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.1%. Home values changed -1.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.11% of Lafourche Parish's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.