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Thibodaux, Louisiana

Introduction to Thibodaux, Louisiana

Thibodaux, Louisiana, in Lafourche county, is 37 miles W of Kenner, Louisiana and 46 miles W of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city is considered part of the Houma metropolitan area. Thibodaux has a population of 14,431.

Thibodaux History

The city of Thibodaux is the parish seat of Lafourche Parish, and is located in the Houma-Bayou Cane metro area. The city was named after one of its settlers, Henry Thibodaux. The city was incorporated as a town in 1830 and as a city in 1838.

Thibodaux and nearby Attractions

  • Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum
  • Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
  • Tickfaw State Park
  • Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
  • Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site

Things To Do In Thibodaux

Tourists can visit the Tickfaw State Park, which offers facilities for swimming, fishing and camping. The Jean National Historic Park and Preserve is popular due to its historical significance. One can also visit the Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum. In addition, the city hosts numerous recreational events throughout the year.

Thibodaux Transportation

Air transportation is available from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

Thibodaux Higher Education

Louisiana State University, Louisiana Technical College and Nicholls State University offer courses for higher studies.

High Points

Thibodaux strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Louisiana):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyThibodaux Affordability of Property Taxes
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 10%Thibodaux College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 12%Thibodaux Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 13%Thibodaux Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Thibodaux Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 16%Thibodaux Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Thibodaux Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Thibodaux, LA

Comparing Thibodaux to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Louisiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population97
Racial Diversity76
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Senior Citizens56
Well-Paid Single Women49
Well-Paid Single Men27
Male Share of the Population24
Age of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size42
Portion of People Married13

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults610
People in Middle Class or Better28
Median Family Income27
People Above Poverty16

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Short Commute Times79
Working at Home79
Public Transportation Use79

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes106
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Affordability of Rents94
People Living Alone89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64
Housing Recently Built52

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime34
Low Violent Crime25

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