Blanchard, LA

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Blanchard Overview

3,471
TOTAL POPULATION
1,697
MALE POPULATION
1,774
FEMALE POPULATION
95.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,082
PER CAPITA INCOME
$111,786
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$88,558
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
59.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
40.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,682
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Blanchard Zip Codes

Blanchard Area Codes

Race in Blanchard

The most populous races in Blanchard are White / Caucasian (3,013 | 86.8%), Black / African American (316 | 9.1%), and Two or more Races (130 | 3.7%).
Race in Blanchard
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American3169.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino120.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,01386.8%
Two or more Races1303.7%
Some other Race120.4%
Total3,471100.0%

Ancestry in Blanchard

The most populous ancestries reported in Blanchard are German (466 | 13.4%), Irish (348 | 10.0%), Scottish (288 | 8.3%), American (283 | 8.2%), and English (257 | 7.4%), together accounting for 47.3% of all Blanchard residents.
Ancestry in Blanchard
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2838.2%
Cherokee391.1%
Dutch351.0%
Eastern European702.0%
English2577.4%
European190.5%
French762.2%
German46613.4%
Irish34810.0%
Italian621.8%
Lithuanian230.7%
Mexican120.4%
Northern European70.2%
Scotch-Irish631.8%
Scottish2888.3%
Welsh170.5%
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Immigrants in Blanchard

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blanchard came from Central America (7 | 0.2%), Honduras (7 | 0.2%), Latin America (7 | 0.2%), England (1 | 0.0%), and Europe (1 | 0.0%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Blanchard residents.
Immigrants in Blanchard
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America70.2%
England10.0%
Europe10.0%
Honduras70.2%
Latin America70.2%
Northern Europe10.0%
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Sex and Age in Blanchard

Sex and Age in Blanchard

The most populous age groups in Blanchard are 10 to 14 Years (197 | 11.6%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (322 | 18.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Blanchard
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (3.4%)82 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years148 (8.7%)322 (18.1%)
10 to 14 Years197 (11.6%)54 (3.0%)
15 to 19 Years105 (6.2%)95 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years168 (9.9%)70 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years119 (7.0%)24 (1.3%)
30 to 34 Years142 (8.4%)133 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years109 (6.4%)125 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years42 (2.5%)129 (7.3%)
45 to 49 Years105 (6.2%)76 (4.3%)
50 to 54 Years131 (7.7%)160 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years76 (4.5%)83 (4.7%)
60 to 64 Years84 (5.0%)110 (6.2%)
65 to 69 Years88 (5.2%)128 (7.2%)
70 to 74 Years35 (2.1%)59 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years43 (2.5%)48 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years25 (1.5%)46 (2.6%)
85 Years and over23 (1.4%)30 (1.7%)
Total1,697 (100.0%)1,774 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Blanchard

Median Family Size in Blanchard

The median family size in Blanchard is 3.75 persons per family, with single male/father families (31 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (114 | 14.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.01 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Blanchard
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple647 (81.7%)3.82
Single Male/Father31 (3.9%)5.00
Single Female/Mother114 (14.4%)3.01
Total Families792 (100.0%)3.75

Median Household Size in Blanchard

The median household size in Blanchard is 3.03 persons per household, with single male/father households (31 | 2.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5 persons per household. non-family households (354 | 30.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.42 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Blanchard
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple647 (56.5%)3.82
Single Male/Father31 (2.7%)5.00
Single Female/Mother114 (10.0%)3.01
Non-family354 (30.9%)1.42
Total Households1,146 (100.0%)3.03

Household Size by Marriage Status in Blanchard

Out of a total of 1,146 households in Blanchard, 792 (69.1%) are family households, while 354 (30.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 354, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 260.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blanchard
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-260 (22.7%)
2-Person Households354 (30.9%)68 (5.9%)
3-Person Households156 (13.6%)26 (2.3%)
4-Person Households144 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households55 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households75 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total792 (69.1%)354 (30.9%)

Female Fertility in Blanchard

Fertility by Age in Blanchard

Average fertility rate in Blanchard is 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Blanchard
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)31.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)10.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blanchard

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blanchard
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Blanchard

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Blanchard
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)67.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)10.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blanchard

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blanchard
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Blanchard

Income Overview in Blanchard

Per Capita Income in Blanchard is $35,082, while median incomes of families and households are $111,786 and $88,558 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,471$35,082
Median Family Income792$111,786
Mean Family Income792$113,527
Median Household Income1,146$88,558
Mean Household Income1,146$101,960
Income Deficit792$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,47159.61%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,47140.39¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,4710.41

Earnings by Sex in Blanchard

Average Earnings in Blanchard are $48,024, $57,891 for men and $23,382 for women, a difference of 59.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Blanchard
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male959 (55.2%)$57,891
Female778 (44.8%)$23,382
Total1,737 (100.0%)$48,024

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blanchard

The most common earnings brackets in Blanchard are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (190 | 19.8%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (181 | 23.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blanchard
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less11 (1.1%)82 (10.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)30 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49921 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99920 (2.1%)16 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)181 (23.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99932 (3.3%)6 (0.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)26 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)18 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99914 (1.5%)85 (10.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999126 (13.1%)26 (3.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99938 (4.0%)41 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99946 (4.8%)28 (3.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (2.1%)26 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99942 (4.4%)8 (1.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999133 (13.9%)96 (12.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999190 (19.8%)45 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999164 (17.1%)28 (3.6%)
$100,000+102 (10.6%)36 (4.6%)
Total959 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blanchard

Average earnings in Blanchard are $65,975 for men and $24,132 for women, a difference of 63.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,448, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $51,979. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,046, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $53,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blanchard
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$67,047$0
College or Associate's Degree$56,842$0
Bachelor's Degree$72,448$53,750
Graduate Degree$51,979$70,046
Total$65,975$24,132

Family Income in Blanchard

Family Income Brackets in Blanchard

According to the Blanchard family income data, there are 211 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Blanchard
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00081.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999769.6%
$25,000 to $34,999719.0%
$35,000 to $49,999577.2%
$50,000 to $74,999283.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911414.4%
$100,000 to $149,99921126.6%
$150,000 to $199,9998911.2%
$200,000+13817.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blanchard

3-person families (156 | 19.7%) account for the highest median family income in Blanchard with $114,138 per family, while 2-person families (354 | 44.7%) have the highest median income of $42,120 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blanchard
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families354 (44.7%)$84,239
3-Person Families156 (19.7%)$114,138
4-Person Families144 (18.2%)$113,000
5-Person Families55 (6.9%)$0
6-Person Families8 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families75 (9.5%)$0
Total792 (100.0%)$111,786

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blanchard

The median family income in Blanchard is $111,786, with families comprising 3+ earners (137) having the highest median family income of $206,017, while families with no earners (133) have the lowest median family income of $40,288, accounting for 17.3% and 16.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Blanchard
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners133 (16.8%)$40,288
1 Earner183 (23.1%)$47,865
2 Earners339 (42.8%)$114,699
3+ Earners137 (17.3%)$206,017
Total792 (100.0%)$111,786

Household Income in Blanchard

Household Income Brackets in Blanchard

With 231 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Blanchard, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Blanchard
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000191.7%
$10,000 to $14,99960.5%
$15,000 to $24,99915113.2%
$25,000 to $34,99912911.3%
$35,000 to $49,999796.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991059.2%
$75,000 to $99,99913111.4%
$100,000 to $149,99923120.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991119.7%
$200,000+18115.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Blanchard

The median household income in Blanchard is $88,558, with the highest median household income of $114,022 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 374 households (32.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 57 households (5.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Blanchard
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years57 (5.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years374 (32.6%)$114,022
45 to 64 Years353 (30.8%)$100,078
65+ Years362 (31.6%)$48,750
Total1,146 (100.0%)$88,558

Poverty in Blanchard

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blanchard

With 6.8% poverty level for males and 7.2% for females among the residents of Blanchard, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (30.0%) and 30 females (44.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blanchard
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (21.0%)12 (28.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (5.2%)27 (12.6%)
12 to 14 Years30 (17.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (30.0%)30 (44.8%)
18 to 24 Years20 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (5.3%)34 (13.4%)
45 to 54 Years6 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years18 (11.3%)22 (11.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (6.8%)125 (7.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blanchard

According to the poverty statistics in Blanchard, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blanchard
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (78.9%)30 (71.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)144 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years164 (94.8%)187 (87.4%)
12 to 14 Years142 (82.6%)18 (100.0%)
15 Years19 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years28 (70.0%)37 (55.2%)
18 to 24 Years194 (90.6%)89 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years261 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years143 (94.7%)220 (86.6%)
45 to 54 Years230 (97.5%)236 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years142 (88.7%)171 (88.6%)
65 to 74 Years123 (100.0%)187 (100.0%)
75 Years and over91 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)
Total1,582 (93.2%)1,609 (92.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blanchard

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blanchard show that 3.1% or 20 of the total 647 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.5%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blanchard
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children335 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children88 (81.5%)20 (18.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total627 (96.9%)20 (3.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blanchard

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blanchard
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (37.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (12.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blanchard

The poverty data for Blanchard shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 14 of the single-parent households (9.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (18.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (31.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blanchard
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (31.8%)
3 or 4 Children20 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (3.1%)14 (9.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Blanchard

Employment by Class of Employer in Blanchard

Among the 1,552 employed individuals in Blanchard, private company employees (1,016 | 65.5%), local government employees (152 | 9.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (135 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Blanchard
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,01665.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1358.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1157.4%
Local Government Employees1529.8%
State Government Employees483.1%
Federal Government Employees865.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,552100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Blanchard

According to the labor force statistics for Blanchard, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,583), 65.1% or 1,682 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 103 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 143 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 68.8% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Blanchard
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years64 (37.2%)44 (68.8%)
20 to 24 Years183 (76.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years236 (85.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years356 (87.9%)45 (12.6%)
45 to 54 Years387 (82.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years96 (60.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years97 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years98 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (10.2%)11 (50.0%)
Total1,682 (65.1%)103 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blanchard

According to labor force statistics for Blanchard, 79.8% of individuals (1,315) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,648) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 97.6% or 239 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.4% or 30 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blanchard
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School24 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma467 (76.1%)39 (6.4%)
College / Associate Degree585 (82.5%)17 (2.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher239 (97.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,315 (79.8%)56 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Blanchard

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blanchard are Community & Social Service (153 | 10.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (110 | 7.2%), Education Instruction & Library (85 | 5.6%), Management (75 | 4.9%), and Health Technologists (68 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Blanchard

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blanchard, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.9%), Health Technologists (85.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (82.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Blanchard
OccupationMaleFemale
Management34 (45.3%)41 (54.7%)
Business & Financial6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 69 (45.1%)84 (54.9%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (17.8%)37 (82.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library51 (60.0%)34 (40.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment10 (43.5%)13 (56.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (9.1%)100 (90.9%)
Health Technologists10 (14.7%)58 (85.3%)
Total (Category)167 (41.1%)239 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Blanchard are Cleaning & Maintenance (144 | 9.5%), Security & Protection (65 | 4.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (34 | 2.2%), Law Enforcement (31 | 2.0%), and Personal Care & Service (15 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Blanchard

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Blanchard, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Security & Protection (81.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (72.2%), and Law Enforcement (38.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Blanchard
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection53 (81.5%)12 (18.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement19 (61.3%)12 (38.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance40 (27.8%)104 (72.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total (Category)99 (43.0%)131 (57.0%)
Total (Overall)813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blanchard are Sales & Related (281 | 18.5%), and Office & Administration (144 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Blanchard

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Blanchard
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related117 (41.6%)164 (58.4%)
Office & Administration37 (25.7%)107 (74.3%)
Total (Category)154 (36.2%)271 (63.8%)
Total (Overall)813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blanchard are Construction & Extraction (184 | 12.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (91 | 6.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Blanchard

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Blanchard
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)275 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blanchard are Transportation (64 | 4.2%), Production (60 | 4.0%), and Material Moving (59 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Blanchard

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Blanchard
OccupationMaleFemale
Production60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation51 (79.7%)13 (20.3%)
Material Moving7 (11.9%)52 (88.1%)
Total (Category)118 (64.5%)65 (35.5%)
Total (Overall)813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Blanchard

Employment Industries in Blanchard

The major employment industries in Blanchard include Retail Trade (192 | 12.6%), Construction (177 | 11.7%), Wholesale Trade (163 | 10.7%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (133 | 8.8%), and Administrative & Support (130 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Blanchard

Employment Industries by Sex in Blanchard

The Blanchard industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.5%), and Administrative & Support (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blanchard
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction165 (93.2%)12 (6.8%)
Manufacturing62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade42 (25.8%)121 (74.2%)
Retail Trade65 (33.9%)127 (66.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing83 (86.5%)13 (13.5%)
Utilities7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance20 (30.8%)45 (69.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support26 (20.0%)104 (80.0%)
Educational Services51 (46.4%)59 (53.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance10 (9.5%)95 (90.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services18 (40.0%)27 (60.0%)
Public Administration63 (64.3%)35 (35.7%)
Total813 (53.5%)706 (46.5%)

Education in Blanchard

School Enrollment in Blanchard

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,106 students in Blanchard are elementary school (292 | 26.4%), middle school (243 | 22.0%), and college / undergraduate (201 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Blanchard
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool262.4%
Kindergarten16014.5%
Elementary School29226.4%
Middle School24322.0%
High School18216.5%
College / Undergraduate20118.2%
Graduate / Professional20.2%
Total1,106100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blanchard

Out of a total of 1,106 students who are enrolled in schools in Blanchard, 51 (4.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,055 (95.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 30 (46.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blanchard
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old470 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds240 (95.6%)11 (4.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds85 (89.5%)10 (10.5%)
35 Years and over37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,055 (95.4%)51 (4.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blanchard

Education (140 | 35.0%), science & technology (75 | 18.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (38 | 9.5%), business (33 | 8.3%), and social sciences (29 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 400 individuals in Blanchard who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blanchard
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural389.5%
Physical & Health Sciences164.0%
Psychology225.5%
Social Sciences297.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology7518.8%
Business338.3%
Education14035.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History215.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities266.5%
Total400100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Blanchard

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blanchard

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blanchard are males with 2 vehicles (392, accounting for 45.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (332, making up 57.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blanchard
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle238 (27.3%)272 (40.0%)
2 Vehicles392 (45.0%)332 (48.8%)
3 Vehicles206 (23.6%)58 (8.5%)
4 Vehicles31 (3.6%)13 (1.9%)
5 or more Vehicles5 (0.6%)5 (0.7%)
Total872 (100.0%)680 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Blanchard

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blanchard are 30 to 34 minutes (397 commuters, 25.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (395 commuters, 25.6%), and 25 to 29 minutes (324 commuters, 21.0%).
Commute Time in Blanchard
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes191.2%
5 to 9 Minutes1177.6%
10 to 14 Minutes875.6%
15 to 19 Minutes956.1%
20 to 24 Minutes39525.6%
25 to 29 Minutes32421.0%
30 to 34 Minutes39725.7%
35 to 39 Minutes191.2%
40 to 44 Minutes130.8%
45 to 59 Minutes392.5%
60 to 89 Minutes312.0%
90 or more Minutes100.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Blanchard

The most common commute times in Blanchard are 20 to 24 minutes (291 commuters, 33.6%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (197 commuters, 29.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Blanchard
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes61 (7.0%)56 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes30 (3.5%)57 (8.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes34 (3.9%)61 (9.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes291 (33.6%)104 (15.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes127 (14.7%)197 (29.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes245 (28.3%)152 (22.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (2.1%)21 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes31 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes10 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blanchard

The most frequent times of departure to work in Blanchard are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (187, 21.6%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (124, 18.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blanchard
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM79 (9.1%)124 (18.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM54 (6.2%)12 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM79 (9.1%)30 (4.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM132 (15.2%)38 (5.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM187 (21.6%)104 (15.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM52 (6.0%)61 (9.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM69 (8.0%)19 (2.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM34 (3.9%)22 (3.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM41 (4.7%)85 (12.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)26 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM73 (8.4%)52 (7.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM48 (5.5%)107 (15.7%)
Total866 (100.0%)680 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Blanchard

Occupancy by Ownership in Blanchard

Of the total 1,146 dwellings in Blanchard, owner-occupied units account for 877 (76.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 269 (23.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Blanchard
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units87776.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26923.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,146100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Blanchard

Occupancy by Household Size in Blanchard
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26022.7%
2-Person Household42236.8%
3-Person Household18215.9%
4+ Person Household28224.6%
Total Housing Units1,146100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blanchard

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blanchard
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household171 (65.8%)89 (34.2%)
2-Person Household351 (83.2%)71 (16.8%)
3-Person Household156 (85.7%)26 (14.3%)
4+ Person Household199 (70.6%)83 (29.4%)
Total Housing Units877 (76.5%)269 (23.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blanchard

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blanchard
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School117 (59.1%)81 (40.9%)
High School Diploma87 (46.3%)101 (53.7%)
College/Associate Degree450 (85.4%)77 (14.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher223 (95.7%)10 (4.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blanchard

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blanchard
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years22719.8%
35 to 44 Years20417.8%
45 to 54 Years21218.5%
55 to 64 Years14112.3%
65 to 74 Years21618.9%
75 to 84 Years938.1%
85 Years and Over534.6%
Total1,146100.0%

Housing Finances in Blanchard

Median Income by Occupancy in Blanchard

Median Income by Occupancy in Blanchard
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied877 (76.5%)$112,313
Renter-Occupied269 (23.5%)$37,813
Average1,146 (100.0%)$88,558

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blanchard

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blanchard
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (0.7%)6 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)8 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99927 (3.1%)36 (13.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99942 (4.8%)46 (17.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99993 (10.6%)37 (13.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99959 (6.7%)20 (7.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99950 (5.7%)55 (20.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99992 (10.5%)39 (14.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999232 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more270 (30.8%)22 (8.2%)
Total877 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blanchard

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blanchard
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30065 (7.4%)6 (2.2%)
$300 to $499103 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79989 (10.2%)76 (28.2%)
$800 to $999146 (16.7%)47 (17.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499175 (20.0%)82 (30.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999204 (23.3%)58 (21.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49974 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9998 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total877 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Blanchard

Housing Structures in Blanchard

Housing Structures in Blanchard
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached90979.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments282.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments312.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments232.0%
Mobile Home / Other15513.5%
Total1,146100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blanchard

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blanchard
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached801 (88.1%)108 (11.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other76 (49.0%)79 (51.0%)
Total877 (76.5%)269 (23.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blanchard

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blanchard
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms17 (1.9%)36 (13.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms306 (34.9%)181 (67.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms404 (46.1%)38 (14.1%)
8 or more Rooms150 (17.1%)14 (5.2%)
Total877 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blanchard

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blanchard
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas295 (33.6%)40 (14.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity582 (66.4%)229 (85.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total877 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Blanchard

Household Vehicle Usage in Blanchard
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle263 (30.0%)137 (50.9%)
2 Vehicles483 (55.1%)74 (27.5%)
3 or more Vehicles117 (13.3%)58 (21.6%)
Total877 (100.0%)269 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Blanchard

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blanchard

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units301576
Median Property Value$124,100$197,200
Median Household Income$119,602$151
Monthly Housing Costs$505$13
Real Estate Taxes$2,315$72

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blanchard

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blanchard
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00025 (8.3%)19 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99935 (11.6%)41 (7.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999207 (68.8%)476 (82.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99925 (8.3%)18 (3.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (3.0%)22 (3.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total301 (100.0%)576 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blanchard

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blanchard
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99957 (18.9%)6 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99934 (11.3%)18 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (3.0%)59 (10.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (7.3%)50 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (0.3%)28 (4.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99959 (19.6%)91 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more119 (39.5%)173 (30.0%)
Total301 (100.0%)576 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blanchard

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blanchard
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x171 (56.8%)105,250 (18,272.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x58 (19.3%)304 (52.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x40 (13.3%)146 (25.4%)
4.0x or more32 (10.6%)40 (6.9%)
Total301 (100.0%)576 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blanchard

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blanchard
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80050 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49957 (18.9%)143 (24.8%)
$800 to $1,499140 (46.5%)92 (16.0%)
Total301 (100.0%)576 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Blanchard

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blanchard

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blanchard
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years283 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years751 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years188 (90.8%)19 (9.2%)
26 to 34 Years394 (94.3%)24 (5.7%)
35 to 44 Years398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years438 (92.8%)34 (7.2%)
55 to 64 Years270 (76.5%)83 (23.5%)
65 to 74 Years310 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older215 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,247 (95.3%)160 (4.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blanchard

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blanchard
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born283 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen751 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen188 (90.8%)19 (9.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blanchard

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blanchard
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000363 (95.8%)16 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999482 (84.3%)90 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999145 (85.3%)25 (14.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999355 (94.9%)19 (5.1%)
$100,000 and over1,902 (99.5%)10 (0.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blanchard

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blanchard
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 640 (14.1%)243 (85.9%)
6 to 18 Years205 (27.3%)570 (75.9%)
19 to 25 Years52 (25.1%)136 (65.7%)
25 to 34 Years24 (5.7%)394 (94.3%)
35 to 44 Years83 (20.8%)384 (96.5%)
45 to 54 Years65 (13.8%)394 (83.5%)
55 to 64 Years127 (36.0%)180 (51.0%)
65 to 74 Years299 (96.5%)161 (51.9%)
75 Years and over210 (97.7%)126 (58.6%)
Total1,105 (32.4%)2,588 (76.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blanchard

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blanchard
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years48 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years50 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years168 (31.1%)83 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years34 (27.6%)65 (34.8%)
75 Years and over13 (14.3%)50 (40.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blanchard

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Blanchard: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (8.9%)38 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years24 (19.5%)9 (4.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)25 (20.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Blanchard: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (4.6%)5 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years13 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Blanchard: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years48 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (7.2%)41 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (8.1%)25 (13.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (12.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Blanchard: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years64 (11.8%)27 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (17.1%)42 (22.5%)
75 Years and over13 (14.3%)40 (32.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Blanchard: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (6.7%)15 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years11 (8.9%)11 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Blanchard

Computing Device Access in Blanchard

Computing Device Access in Blanchard
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop77567.6%
Smartphone95683.4%
Tablet74665.1%
No Computing Device11710.2%
Total1,146100.0%

Internet Access in Blanchard

Internet Access in Blanchard
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home77867.9%
Cellular Data Only22219.4%
Satellite Internet474.1%
No Internet938.1%
Total1,146100.0%

Blanchard Summary

Blanchard is a small town located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It is situated in the northwest corner of the state, just south of Shreveport. The town has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is part of the Shreveport-Bossier City metropolitan area.

History

Blanchard was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from Arkansas. The town was named after a local landowner, William Blanchard. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon developed into a small trading center. The town was incorporated in 1891 and the first mayor was elected in 1892.
In the early 1900s, Blanchard began to experience a period of growth. The town was connected to the railroad in 1906, which allowed for the transportation of goods and services. This helped to spur the growth of the town and the population began to increase.
In the 1920s, the town experienced a period of decline. The Great Depression caused many businesses to close and the population began to decrease. However, the town was able to recover in the 1940s and 1950s. The population began to increase again and the town experienced a period of growth.

Geography

Blanchard is located in the northwest corner of Louisiana, just south of Shreveport. The town is situated on the banks of the Red River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters.
The town covers an area of 2.2 square miles and has a population density of 890 people per square mile. The town is located at an elevation of 250 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Blanchard is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a feed mill, and a furniture factory. The town is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other small businesses.
The town is also home to a number of oil and gas companies. These companies are involved in the exploration and production of oil and gas in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Blanchard was 2,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.6% from other races. The median household income was $37,500 and the median family income was $45,000.
The town is home to a number of churches, including Baptist, Methodist, and Catholic. The town is also home to a number of schools, including Blanchard Elementary School, Blanchard Middle School, and Blanchard High School.

Conclusion

Blanchard is a small town located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It is situated in the northwest corner of the state, just south of Shreveport. The town has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is part of the Shreveport-Bossier City metropolitan area. The town is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing and is home to a number of small businesses, churches, and schools. The town is also home to a number of oil and gas companies. The population of the town is largely White, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, and Asians. The median household income is $37,500 and the median family income is $45,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Blanchard?
Total Population of Blanchard is 3,471.
What is the Total Male Population of Blanchard?
Total Male Population of Blanchard is 1,697.
What is the Total Female Population of Blanchard?
Total Female Population of Blanchard is 1,774.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blanchard?
There are 95.66 Males per 100 Females in Blanchard.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blanchard?
There are 104.54 Females per 100 Males in Blanchard.
What is the Median Population Age in Blanchard?
Median Population Age in Blanchard is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blanchard
Average Family Size in Blanchard is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blanchard
Average Household Size in Blanchard is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blanchard?
Per Capita income in Blanchard is $35,082.
What is the Median Family Income in Blanchard?
Median Family Income in Blanchard is $111,786.
What is the Median Household income in Blanchard?
Median Household Income in Blanchard is $88,558.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blanchard?
Income or Wage Gap in Blanchard is 59.6%.
Women in Blanchard earn 40.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blanchard?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blanchard is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blanchard?
There are 1,682 People in the Labor Forcein in Blanchard.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blanchard?
65.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Blanchard.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blanchard?
Unemployment Rate in Blanchard is 6.1%.