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Lafourche County, located in the state of Louisiana, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. The county is known for its scenic bayous, lush wetlands, and the renowned Cajun culture. Visitors can explore the historical sites such as the E. D. White Historic Site and the Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum. The county also hosts popular events such as the Cajun Wetlands Festival and the Le Festival de la Musique Acadienne. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy birdwatching at the Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge and boating along the Bayou Lafourche. Lafourche County embodies the spirit of Louisiana's rich history and vibrant culture.
Lafourche Parish (LA) Statistics
| Number of cities/towns/villages | Not available |
|---|---|
| Population | 97,000 people |
| Area | 1,068 sq mi |
| Density | 91.0 /sq mi |
| Altitude | 7 m |
| GDP | Not available |
| Median Household Income | $52,000 |
| Poverty rate | 17% |
| Unemployment rate | 5% |
| Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher) | 12% |
| Crime rate | 4.0 /1,000 |
Environmental risk in Lafourche Parish, LA
| Overall risk | Relatively Moderate |
|---|---|
| Expected Annual Loss | Relatively Moderate |
| Social Vulnerability | Very High |
| Community Resilience | Very High |
| Avalanche Risk | Not Applicable |
| Coastal Flooding Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave Risk | No Rating |
| Drought Risk | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake Risk | Very Low |
| Hail Risk | Very Low |
| Heat Wave Risk | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane Risk | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm Risk | Very Low |
| Landslide Risk | Very Low |
| Lightning Risk | Relatively High |
| Riverine Flooding Risk | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind Risk | Relatively Low |
| Tornado Risk | Relatively High |
| Tsunami Risk | Insufficient Data |
| Volcanic Activity Risk | Not Applicable |
| Wildfire Risk | Very Low |
| Winter Weather Risk | Relatively Low |
Lafourche Parish administration contact details
| Lafourche County administration contact details | Not available |
|---|---|
| County seat | Thibodaux |
| Phone number | (985) 446-8427 |
| Official website | https://www.lafourchegov.org |
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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Lafourche Parish:
THIBODAUX
Thibodaux is a City in Lafourche parish with -15 000 inhabitants.
LOCKPORT
Lockport is a Town in Lafourche parish with -3 000 inhabitants.
GOLDEN MEADOW
Golden Meadow is a Town in Lafourche parish with -2 500 inhabitants.