Houma, LA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Terrebonne Parish County · Louisiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Houma based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
32,760
2023 ACS
Median Income
$54,637
2023
Median Home Value
$207,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,011
2023
Median Age
35.1
Unemployment
3.5%
Cost of Living Index
93.8
100 = national avg
Houma is a city in Terrebonne Parish County, Louisiana, with a population of 32,760 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Houma is one of the communities in Louisiana.
The median household income in Houma is $54,637, and the median home value is $207,900. The cost of living index is 93.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,011 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, and the median age is 35.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
32,760
Male
15,874
48.5%
Female
16,886
51.5%
Median Age
35.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.9%
High School or Higher
38.3%
Foreign Born
3.8%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
36.1%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.508
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
65.8%
Foreign Born
3.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
8.5%
2,791 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
29,356
English Only
92.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,123 speakers
Limited English
2.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.5%
Limited English Proficiency
2.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,506
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
18.7%
282 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$37,549
Unemployment Rate
0.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,438
95.5%
Female Veterans
68
4.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$37,549
Non-Veteran Income
$34,555
Difference
$2,994
8.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
282
Without Disability
1,224
Disability Rate
18.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
18,127
#1 Ancestry
French
22.6% (7,402)
#2 Ancestry
American
9.2% (3,011)
#3 Ancestry
English
5.6% (1,824)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,561
Family Households
8,750
64.5%
Married Couples
5,445
40.2%
Non-Family Households
4,811
35.5%
Single Mother Households
2,512
18.5%
Single Father Households
793
5.8%
Living Alone
4,058
29.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
7,846
In Married Couple
4,397
56.0%
With Single Mother
2,660
33.9%
With Single Father
789
10.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$77,818
Married Couple Income
$97,570
Single Mother Income
$32,238
Single Father Income
$79,296
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
673
Grandparents Responsible
162
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$54,637
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,553
-4% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.3%
+27% vs national
Gini Index
0.5114
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.5%
-34% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.9%
of households
How Houma Compares
Houma vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Houma is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Houma, LA has a median household income of $54,637, making it the 19,071st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher median household income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Houma, LA has a per capita income of $35,553, making it the 11,757th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher per capita income than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Houma, LA has a poverty rate of 17.3%, making it the 9,099th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher poverty rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Houma, LA has a unemployment rate of 3.5%, making it the 16,239th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher unemployment rate than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Houma. The median household income here is $54,637.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
-49% vs LA avg
Labor Force
14,767
Employed
14,196
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.1
Work from Home
3.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$110.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
93.8
100 = national avg
-6.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,271
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,549
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$904
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,102
per month
The median household income in Houma, LA is $54,637, which is 25.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,553. The poverty rate of 17.3% is lower than the LA state average of 22.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5114, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, compared to the state average of 6.7%. The labor force is 14,767. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 3.3% working from home. About 79.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 93.8, which is 6.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 102.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,271 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$150,000
Median List Price
$179,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$113
Days on Market
81
Active Inventory
140
Months of Supply
9.3
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$177,321
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,265
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
14.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
15
New Listings
33
Pending Sales
27
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$113
Median List $/SF
$123
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Houma, LA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA metro area, home prices have risen 222.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 66.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 27.3%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 18.3%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 0.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA housing market rather than Houma alone.
Metro area: Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA
Houma vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Houma is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Houma, LA has a median home value of $207,900, making it the 11,761st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher median home value than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Houma, LA has a median rent of $1,011, making it the 9,858th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher median rent than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Houma, LA has a price per square foot of $113, making it the 16,084th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher price per square foot than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Houma, LA has a rent burden of 22.2%, making it the 6,010th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Houma has a higher rent burden than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,011
Total Housing Units
15,193
Vacancy Rate
10.7%
Owner Occupied
69.4%
Renter Occupied
30.6%
Median Property Tax
$813
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$943
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$813
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
of home value
Median Home Value
$207,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,214
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($813) by the median home value ($207,900). In Houma, LA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.39%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Houma, LA is $150,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 81 days on the market. 13.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 9.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $113. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,265/month. About 69.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1973. There are 15,193 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $813. The effective tax rate is 0.39%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
6.09
per 1,000 residents
+126% vs national
Property Crime Rate
35.36
per 1,000 residents
+103% vs national
Total Crimes
1,286
2023
Violent Clearance
55%
cases solved
Property Clearance
32%
cases solved
YoY Change
-26.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Houma Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Houma vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Houma is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2023)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)Houma police solve 100% of rape cases but only 0% of murder cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 3 | 0.10 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 8 | 0.26 | 37.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 177 | 5.70 | 56.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 147 | 4.74 | 25.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 897 | 28.91 | 33.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 53 | 1.71 | 15.1% |
Houma, LA reported 189 violent crimes and 1,097 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 6.09 per 1,000 residents is 125.6% above the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 55% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 897 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 33.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 189 | 1,097 | 6.09 | 35.36 |
| 2022 | 273 | 1,337 | 8.33 | 40.81 |
| 2021 | 283 | 1,262 | 8.75 | 39.01 |
| 2020 | 126 | 982 | 3.87 | 30.13 |
| 2019 | 209 | 1,489 | 6.38 | 45.44 |
| 2018 | 158 | 1,625 | 4.76 | 48.91 |
| 2017 | 123 | 1,245 | 3.61 | 36.53 |
| 2016 | 167 | 1,411 | 4.85 | 41.01 |
| 2015 | 212 | 1,818 | 6.19 | 53.10 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2021 | Saint Francis de Sales School | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
93.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
53.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
96.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
52
Public Assistance
$1.1B
Individual Assistance
$218.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
31 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $17.4M | $15.3M |
| Tropical Storm Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicholas → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | $927.9M | $142.2M |
| Tropical Storm Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2021 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Zeta → | Hurricane | Jan 2021 | $2.2M | $1.1M |
| Tropical Storm Zeta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $939K | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | $58K | — |
| Hurricane Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $3.2M | — |
| Tropical Storms Laura and Marco → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Cristobal → | Coastal Storm | Jun 2020 | $6K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $10.8M | $998K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Barry → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | $6.7M | — |
Showing 20 of 56 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
13,402
Total Claims Paid
$322,169,099
Avg Claim Payout
$24,039
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
34
Federal Funding
$38,503,580
Properties Protected
120
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
6.27
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.3: Stormwater Management - Flapgates/Floodgates | 3 | $6,889,885 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 3 | $2,834,886 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $416,250 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 3 | $1,521,192 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 2 | $1,137,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Houma has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, coastal flood, heat wave. The area has had 52 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (31 declarations). 13,402 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,053,656,008 in public assistance recovery funding. $217,997,979 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 34 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.0%
3.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.2%
4.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.0%
0.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.1%
Arthritis
31.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.0%
Loneliness
35.8%
Lack of Support
29.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
39.4%
Mobility
19.3%
Cognitive
19.6%
Hearing
8.4%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Houma has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.0%, 3.5pp above the national average. About 10.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.3 mi
Compass Behavioral Center Of H...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Behavioral Center Of Houma, Llc | 4.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Leonard J Chabert Medical Center | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Terrebonne General Medical Center - Parish | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Physicians Medical Center | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Ochsner St Anne General Hospital | 9.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
128,118
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SCHRIEVER WATER TREATMENT SERVICE AREA | 116,460 | 0 |
| HOUMA WATER TREATMENT SERVICE AREA | 11,658 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
17.2K MT
Top Emitter
Houma
17.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Houma Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government | Power Plants | 17,219 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 17.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-18% vs national
Drive Alone
79.3%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
0.7%
-27% vs national
Work From Home
3.3%
-65% vs national
Carpool
11.1%
Walk
0.9%
How Houma's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Houma, LA is 19 minutes, which is 17.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.3% work from home, which is below the LA state average of 5.4%. 11.1% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
86.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.4%
of households
No Internet
11.6%
of households
Total Households
13,561
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.3%
of households
Smartphone
87.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.8%
of households
Tablet
57.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-38% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.5¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.6¢
per kWh
-53% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$141
residential
-4% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
31% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Louisiana averages 11.7¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $141. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Houma vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
128,118
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHRIEVER WATER TREATMENT SERVICE AREA | Community | Surface water | 116,460 | 0 |
| HOUMA WATER TREATMENT SERVICE AREA | Community | Surface water | 11,658 | 0 |
86.4% of households in Houma have broadband internet access. 71.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.6% of households have no internet access. 17.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 128,118 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Houma is located in Terrebonne Parish, LA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Houma.
Election Overview
Source: Terrebonne Parish (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
9,702
23.5%
GOP Votes
31,115
75.3%
Total Votes
41,327
Margin
R+51.8%
Shift from 2020
R+1.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9,702 | 31,115 | 41,327 | 23.5% | 75.3% | R+51.8 |
| 2020 | 11,198 | 34,339 | 46,240 | 24.2% | 74.3% | R+50.0 |
| 2016 | 10,664 | 31,900 | 43,893 | 24.3% | 72.7% | R+48.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Terrebonne Parish recorded 41,327 total votes. Republicans won the county with 75.3% of the vote compared to 23.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+51.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Terrebonne Parish has shifted 3.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
279
Total Assets
$155.0M
Total Income
$129.2M
Per 10K Residents
85.2
nonprofits
+28.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
26
Median Assets
$254K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $111.6M of $155.0M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Houma
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFHouma, LA has 279 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $155.0M. The most common category is Human Services, with 40 organizations. 26 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 85.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
528
Total Approved
$142.4M
Jobs Supported
2,938
Per 10K Residents
161.2
SBA loans
+105.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
61
Top Lender
South Louisiana Bank
101 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
494
Total Amount
$124.5M
Avg Loan
$252,036
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$95.4M(77%)
Jobs Supported
2,459
Loans
34
Total Amount
$17.8M
Avg Loan
$524,912
Median Loan
$260,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
43
8% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$35.4M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$823,588
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Radhe Kishan La Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Jcv & Jrr Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Walther Animal Clinic Apc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Gator Equipment Rentals Llc | 2 | $4.8M |
| Tres Marine Corporation | 1 | $3.6M |
| Houma20 Hospitality Llc | 2 | $3.5M |
| Yellow Fin Marine Services Llc | 1 | $3.1M |
| Cajun Lodging, L.l.c. | 1 | $2.8M |
| Delilah Dean Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| Leviathan Offshore Llc. | 1 | $2.5M |
Houma, LA has received 528 SBA loans totaling $142.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 494 loans (94% of the total), supporting 2,459 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 34 loans totaling $17.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Houma is South Louisiana Bank with 101 loans. That works out to 161.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
110,894
Avg Median Income
$66,180
Avg Home Value
$196,383
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70343 | 5,271 | $84,474 | $196,800 | $1,328 | 22.9 |
| 70359 | 9,472 | $54,139 | $161,300 | $1,119 | 14.4 |
| 70360 | 28,810 | $82,365 | $297,100 | $1,085 | 60.1 |
| 70363 | 24,668 | $44,828 | $143,800 | $1,054 | 78.4 |
| 70364 | 28,990 | $68,909 | $195,600 | $1,004 | 42.2 |
| 70394 | 13,683 | $62,366 | $183,700 | $825 | 83.7 |
Houma, LA has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 110,894. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $66,180. The average median home value is $196,383. The average median monthly rent is $1,069.
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