Gonzales, LA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Gonzales, Louisiana Summary
Life in Gonzales research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Gonzales over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Gonzales:
The population in Gonzales is 12,080.
The median home value in Gonzales is $169,900.
The median income in Gonzales is $59,108.
The cost of living in Gonzales is 94 which is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median rent in Gonzales is $1,279.
The unemployment rate in Gonzales is 6.4%.
The poverty rate in Gonzales is 11.2%.
Table Of Contents
Gonzales SnackAbility
4
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8
Affordability
5
Diversity
9.5
Safety
3
Amenities
8
Education
7
Commute
6
Gonzales, LA Crime Report
943
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
7,327.7
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
215.28%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Gonzales / 100k People |
Louisiana / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 943 | 7,327.7 | 3,523.8 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 63 | 489.5 | 639.4 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 3 | 23.3 | 15.8 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 14 | 108.8 | 80.7 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 36 | 279.7 | 497.0 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 880 | 6,838.1 | 2,884.4 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 45 | 349.7 | 510.1 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 790 | 6,138.8 | 2,107.3 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 45 | 349.7 | 266.9 | 282.7 |
Gonzales, LA Cost Of Living
94
Gonzales's Overall Cost Of Living
Gonzales's Overall Cost Of Living
0.9x
Lower Than The National Average
Lower Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Gonzales | Louisiana | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 92 | 100 | |
| Services | 106 | 96 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 97 | 96 | 100 | |
| Health | 104 | 99 | 100 | |
| Housing | 85 | 83 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 96 | 96 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 79 | 86 | 100 | |
Gonzales, LA Photos
Rankings for Gonzales in Louisiana
Map Of Gonzales, LA
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Population over time in Gonzales
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10,932 | 2.4% |
| 2020 | 10,677 | 1.1% |
| 2019 | 10,558 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 10,492 | 1.7% |
| 2017 | 10,319 | 1.8% |
| 2016 | 10,137 | 1.6% |
| 2015 | 9,978 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 9,837 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 9,739 | 1.5% |
| 2012 | 9,596 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Gonzales
| Race | Gonzales | LA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 40.7% | 57.8% | 59.4% |
| African American | 48.4% | 31.7% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 0.5% | 2.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 8.5% | 5.3% | 18.4% |
Gender in Gonzales
| Gender | Gonzales | LA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.0% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.0% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Gonzales for adults over 25
| Education | Gonzales | LA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 12.0% | 9.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 27.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 21.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 16.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 6.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Gonzales, Louisiana
| Income | Gonzales | LA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.1% | 8.6% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 5.7% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.4% | 10.9% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.3% | 9.9% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 18.0% | 12.0% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.1% | 16.1% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19.3% | 11.4% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.3% | 13.7% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2.2% | 5.8% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.4% | 5.7% | 9.5% |
