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Lafayette Overview

4,391
TOTAL POPULATION
2,327
MALE POPULATION
2,064
FEMALE POPULATION
112.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,364
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,292
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$93,243
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.33
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,429
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
72.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lafayette Zip Codes

Lafayette Area Codes

Race in Lafayette

The most populous races in Lafayette are White / Caucasian (3,156 | 71.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1,169 | 26.6%), and Some other Race (675 | 15.4%).
Race in Lafayette
Race# Population% Population
Asian140.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,16926.6%
Native / Alaskan1002.3%
White / Caucasian3,15671.9%
Two or more Races44610.2%
Some other Race67515.4%
Total4,391100.0%

Ancestry in Lafayette

The most populous ancestries reported in Lafayette are Mexican (1,119 | 25.5%), English (829 | 18.9%), German (742 | 16.9%), Irish (514 | 11.7%), and American (269 | 6.1%), together accounting for 79.1% of all Lafayette residents.
Ancestry in Lafayette
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2696.1%
Austrian451.0%
Bhutanese200.5%
Canadian150.3%
Cherokee1002.3%
Danish270.6%
Dutch441.0%
English82918.9%
French872.0%
German74216.9%
Indian (Asian)200.5%
Irish51411.7%
Italian2205.0%
Korean421.0%
Laotian140.3%
Mexican1,11925.5%
Navajo140.3%
Norwegian260.6%
Paiute100.2%
Polish1563.5%
Puerto Rican280.6%
Russian310.7%
Scandinavian170.4%
Scotch-Irish250.6%
Scottish561.3%
Spaniard220.5%
Sri Lankan280.6%
Swedish571.3%
Welsh140.3%
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Immigrants in Lafayette

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lafayette came from Central America (415 | 9.5%), Latin America (415 | 9.5%), and Mexico (415 | 9.5%), together accounting for 28.3% of all Lafayette residents.
Immigrants in Lafayette
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America4159.5%
Latin America4159.5%
Mexico4159.5%
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Sex and Age in Lafayette

Sex and Age in Lafayette

The most populous age groups in Lafayette are 30 to 34 Years (285 | 12.2%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (221 | 10.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years148 (6.4%)147 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Years247 (10.6%)110 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years137 (5.9%)150 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years154 (6.6%)82 (4.0%)
20 to 24 Years163 (7.0%)214 (10.4%)
25 to 29 Years68 (2.9%)118 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years285 (12.2%)221 (10.7%)
35 to 39 Years166 (7.1%)135 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years131 (5.6%)148 (7.2%)
45 to 49 Years49 (2.1%)126 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years165 (7.1%)195 (9.5%)
55 to 59 Years207 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years149 (6.4%)173 (8.4%)
65 to 69 Years127 (5.5%)164 (8.0%)
70 to 74 Years49 (2.1%)38 (1.8%)
75 to 79 Years62 (2.7%)43 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years20 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,327 (100.0%)2,064 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lafayette

Median Family Size in Lafayette

The median family size in Lafayette is 3.38 persons per family, with married-couple families (878 | 82.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (102 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.27 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lafayette
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple878 (82.9%)3.40
Single Male/Father79 (7.5%)3.32
Single Female/Mother102 (9.6%)3.27
Total Families1,059 (100.0%)3.38

Median Household Size in Lafayette

The median household size in Lafayette is 3.05 persons per household, with single male/father households (79 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.32 persons per household. non-family households (381 | 26.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lafayette
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple878 (61.0%)3.59
Single Male/Father79 (5.5%)4.32
Single Female/Mother102 (7.1%)4.09
Non-family381 (26.5%)1.27
Total Households1,440 (100.0%)3.05

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lafayette

Out of a total of 1,440 households in Lafayette, 1,059 (73.5%) are family households, while 381 (26.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 390, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 292.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lafayette
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-292 (20.3%)
2-Person Households264 (18.3%)89 (6.2%)
3-Person Households211 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households390 (27.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households152 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households29 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households13 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,059 (73.5%)381 (26.5%)

Female Fertility in Lafayette

Fertility by Age in Lafayette

Average fertility rate in Lafayette is 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 33.0 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 Lafayette
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years18 (100.0%)33.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lafayette

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lafayette
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Lafayette

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lafayette
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 Degree18 (100.0%)53.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lafayette

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lafayette
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Lafayette

Income Overview in Lafayette

Per Capita Income in Lafayette is $32,364, while median incomes of families and households are $95,292 and $93,243 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,391$32,364
Median Family Income1,059$95,292
Mean Family Income1,059$105,628
Median Household Income1,440$93,243
Mean Household Income1,440$95,263
Income Deficit1,059$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,3914.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,39195.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,3910.33

Earnings by Sex in Lafayette

Average Earnings in Lafayette are $36,556, $35,969 for men and $37,813 for women, a difference of 4.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Lafayette
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,448 (57.3%)$35,969
Female1,081 (42.7%)$37,813
Total2,529 (100.0%)$36,556

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lafayette

The most common earnings brackets in Lafayette are $2,499 or less for men (196 | 13.5%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (134 | 12.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lafayette
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less196 (13.5%)39 (3.6%)
$2,500 to $4,999105 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)17 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99961 (4.2%)17 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49917 (1.2%)67 (6.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)32 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49982 (5.7%)79 (7.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)41 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49955 (3.8%)51 (4.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99943 (3.0%)34 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999112 (7.7%)53 (4.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (2.4%)99 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999115 (7.9%)92 (8.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)134 (12.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99993 (6.4%)70 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99928 (1.9%)28 (2.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99981 (5.6%)56 (5.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99987 (6.0%)59 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999167 (11.5%)39 (3.6%)
$100,000+172 (11.9%)74 (6.9%)
Total1,448 (100.0%)1,081 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lafayette

Average earnings in Lafayette are $45,175 for men and $39,321 for women, a difference of 13.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,514, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $59,514. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,735, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,564.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lafayette
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$59,514$27,564
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,175$39,321

Family Income in Lafayette

Family Income Brackets in Lafayette

According to the Lafayette family income data, there are 330 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Lafayette
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999312.9%
$25,000 to $34,999413.9%
$35,000 to $49,99912912.2%
$50,000 to $74,99912311.6%
$75,000 to $99,99923221.9%
$100,000 to $149,99933031.2%
$150,000 to $199,999878.2%
$200,000+868.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lafayette

4-person families (282 | 26.6%) account for the highest median family income in Lafayette with $117,955 per family, while 2-person families (317 | 29.9%) have the highest median income of $48,438 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lafayette
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families317 (29.9%)$96,875
3-Person Families297 (28.1%)$91,950
4-Person Families282 (26.6%)$117,955
5-Person Families121 (11.4%)$93,850
6-Person Families42 (4.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,059 (100.0%)$95,292

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lafayette

The median family income in Lafayette is $95,292, with families comprising 2 earners (426) having the highest median family income of $107,222, while families with no earners (98) have the lowest median family income of $52,250, accounting for 40.2% and 9.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lafayette
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners98 (9.2%)$52,250
1 Earner319 (30.1%)$71,250
2 Earners426 (40.2%)$107,222
3+ Earners216 (20.4%)$96,875
Total1,059 (100.0%)$95,292

Household Income in Lafayette

Household Income Brackets in Lafayette

With 433 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Lafayette, accounting for 30.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Lafayette
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999241.7%
$25,000 to $34,99919413.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991389.6%
$50,000 to $74,99926218.2%
$75,000 to $99,99920214.0%
$100,000 to $149,99943330.1%
$150,000 to $199,999996.9%
$200,000+866.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lafayette

The median household income in Lafayette is $93,243, with the highest median household income of $101,970 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 564 households (39.2%) 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 48 households (3.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lafayette
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years48 (3.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years564 (39.2%)$101,970
45 to 64 Years491 (34.1%)$97,063
65+ Years337 (23.4%)$56,583
Total1,440 (100.0%)$93,243

Poverty in Lafayette

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lafayette

With 8.8% poverty level for males and 3.7% for females among the residents of Lafayette, 55 to 64 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 107 males (30.1%) and 76 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (29.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years22 (9.2%)76 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years31 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years107 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total204 (8.8%)76 (3.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lafayette

According to the poverty statistics in Lafayette, males aged 5 years and females aged under 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 Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years104 (70.3%)147 (100.0%)
5 Years16 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years324 (100.0%)186 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years44 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)
15 Years58 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years21 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years216 (90.8%)152 (66.7%)
25 to 34 Years353 (100.0%)339 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years297 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years183 (85.5%)321 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years249 (69.9%)173 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years176 (100.0%)202 (100.0%)
75 Years and over82 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total2,123 (91.2%)1,988 (96.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lafayette

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lafayette
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children341 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children454 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total878 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lafayette

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lafayette
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children31 (67.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (39.2%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lafayette
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)31 (24.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)31 (17.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Lafayette

Employment by Class of Employer in Lafayette

Among the 2,297 employed individuals in Lafayette, private company employees (1,674 | 72.9%), not-for-profit organizations (244 | 10.6%), and local government employees (174 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lafayette
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,67472.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)311.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)592.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations24410.6%
Local Government Employees1747.6%
State Government Employees964.2%
Federal Government Employees190.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,297100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lafayette

According to the labor force statistics for Lafayette, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,336), 72.8% or 2,429 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 114 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.5% or 463 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 88 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lafayette
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years106 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years326 (86.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years163 (87.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years463 (91.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years515 (88.8%)25 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years432 (80.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years108 (52.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years139 (43.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years176 (46.6%)88 (50.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,429 (72.8%)114 (4.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lafayette

According to labor force statistics for Lafayette, 77.9% of individuals (1,820) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,336) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 25 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 84.5% or 853 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lafayette
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School116 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma562 (72.5%)34 (4.4%)
College / Associate Degree853 (84.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher289 (80.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,820 (77.9%)33 (1.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lafayette

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lafayette are Management (272 | 11.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (128 | 5.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (104 | 4.5%), Health Technologists (68 | 2.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (54 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lafayette

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lafayette, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (69.9%), and Architecture & Engineering (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Management190 (69.9%)82 (30.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science55 (52.9%)49 (47.1%)
Computers & Mathematics30 (55.6%)24 (44.4%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (67.6%)12 (32.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 14 (45.2%)17 (54.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (14.1%)110 (85.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
Total (Category)277 (50.1%)276 (49.9%)
Total (Overall)1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lafayette are Healthcare Support (267 | 11.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (75 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (60 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (47 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Lafayette

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lafayette, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (83.0%), Security & Protection (78.7%), and Law Enforcement (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support19 (7.1%)248 (92.9%)
Security & Protection59 (78.7%)16 (21.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention39 (83.0%)8 (17.0%)
Law Enforcement20 (71.4%)8 (28.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving27 (45.0%)33 (55.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance41 (41.0%)59 (59.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)146 (29.1%)356 (70.9%)
Total (Overall)1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lafayette are Office & Administration (354 | 15.3%), and Sales & Related (142 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lafayette

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related65 (45.8%)77 (54.2%)
Office & Administration87 (24.6%)267 (75.4%)
Total (Category)152 (30.6%)344 (69.4%)
Total (Overall)1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lafayette are Construction & Extraction (97 | 4.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (78 | 3.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (61 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lafayette

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lafayette are Production (212 | 9.2%), Material Moving (160 | 6.9%), and Transportation (156 | 6.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lafayette

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lafayette
OccupationMaleFemale
Production212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation153 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)
Material Moving93 (58.1%)67 (41.9%)
Total (Category)458 (86.7%)70 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lafayette

Employment Industries in Lafayette

The major employment industries in Lafayette include Health Care & Social Assistance (486 | 21.0%), Manufacturing (473 | 20.4%), Retail Trade (192 | 8.3%), Administrative & Support (177 | 7.6%), and Construction (173 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Lafayette

Employment Industries by Sex in Lafayette

The Lafayette industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (75.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92.4%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (75.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lafayette
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing336 (71.0%)137 (29.0%)
Wholesale Trade33 (66.0%)17 (34.0%)
Retail Trade102 (53.1%)90 (46.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing37 (50.0%)37 (50.0%)
Utilities39 (68.4%)18 (31.6%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance61 (74.4%)21 (25.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing9 (25.0%)27 (75.0%)
Professional & Scientific44 (75.9%)14 (24.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support108 (61.0%)69 (39.0%)
Educational Services53 (67.9%)25 (32.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance37 (7.6%)449 (92.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services82 (60.7%)53 (39.3%)
Public Administration94 (70.7%)39 (29.3%)
Total1,269 (54.8%)1,046 (45.2%)

Education in Lafayette

School Enrollment in Lafayette

The most common levels of schooling among the 998 students in Lafayette are elementary school (243 | 24.3%), college / undergraduate (215 | 21.5%), and middle school (211 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in Lafayette
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool555.5%
Kindergarten989.8%
Elementary School24324.3%
Middle School21121.1%
High School15115.1%
College / Undergraduate21521.5%
Graduate / Professional252.5%
Total998100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lafayette

Out of a total of 998 students who are enrolled in schools in Lafayette, 153 (15.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 845 (84.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (100.0% 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 55 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lafayette
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old266 (78.0%)75 (22.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds215 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds61 (61.0%)39 (39.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
35 Years and over40 (74.1%)14 (25.9%)
Total845 (84.7%)153 (15.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lafayette

Business (156 | 28.9%), science & technology (98 | 18.1%), physical & health sciences (49 | 9.1%), visual & performing arts (45 | 8.3%), and social sciences (38 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 540 individuals in Lafayette who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lafayette
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics275.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural173.2%
Physical & Health Sciences499.1%
Psychology173.2%
Social Sciences387.0%
Engineering264.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies183.3%
Science & Technology9818.1%
Business15628.9%
Education20.4%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History224.1%
Visual & Performing Arts458.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities254.6%
Total540100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lafayette

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lafayette

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lafayette are males with 2 vehicles (375, accounting for 30.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (265, making up 35.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lafayette
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle148 (11.8%)116 (11.1%)
2 Vehicles375 (30.0%)265 (25.3%)
3 Vehicles200 (16.0%)378 (36.1%)
4 Vehicles342 (27.3%)269 (25.7%)
5 or more Vehicles186 (14.9%)18 (1.7%)
Total1,251 (100.0%)1,046 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lafayette

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lafayette are 60 to 89 minutes (369 commuters, 17.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (346 commuters, 15.9%), and 45 to 59 minutes (341 commuters, 15.7%).
Commute Time in Lafayette
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes150.7%
5 to 9 Minutes401.8%
10 to 14 Minutes24111.1%
15 to 19 Minutes34615.9%
20 to 24 Minutes27012.4%
25 to 29 Minutes743.4%
30 to 34 Minutes602.8%
35 to 39 Minutes622.9%
40 to 44 Minutes25611.8%
45 to 59 Minutes34115.7%
60 to 89 Minutes36917.0%
90 or more Minutes974.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Lafayette

The most common commute times in Lafayette are 60 to 89 minutes (267 commuters, 22.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (227 commuters, 23.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lafayette
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes15 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)40 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes159 (13.3%)82 (8.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes119 (10.0%)227 (23.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes118 (9.9%)152 (15.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes27 (2.3%)47 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes34 (2.9%)26 (2.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes29 (2.4%)33 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes164 (13.8%)92 (9.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes182 (15.3%)159 (16.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes267 (22.4%)102 (10.4%)
90 or more Minutes79 (6.6%)18 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lafayette

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lafayette are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (240, 20.1%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (224, 22.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lafayette
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM240 (20.1%)134 (13.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM215 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM106 (8.9%)22 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM136 (11.4%)92 (9.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM51 (4.3%)224 (22.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM57 (4.8%)63 (6.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM149 (12.5%)150 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM60 (5.0%)57 (5.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM103 (8.6%)79 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)68 (7.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM65 (5.4%)19 (1.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (0.9%)53 (5.4%)
Total1,193 (100.0%)978 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lafayette

Occupancy by Ownership in Lafayette

Of the total 1,440 dwellings in Lafayette, owner-occupied units account for 1,280 (88.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 160 (11.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lafayette
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,28088.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16011.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,440100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lafayette

Occupancy by Household Size in Lafayette
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29220.3%
2-Person Household35324.5%
3-Person Household21114.6%
4+ Person Household58440.6%
Total Housing Units1,440100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lafayette

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lafayette
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household292 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household338 (95.8%)15 (4.3%)
3-Person Household191 (90.5%)20 (9.5%)
4+ Person Household459 (78.6%)125 (21.4%)
Total Housing Units1,280 (88.9%)160 (11.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lafayette

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lafayette
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma305 (80.0%)76 (20.0%)
College/Associate Degree591 (87.6%)84 (12.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher363 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lafayette

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lafayette
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years27419.0%
35 to 44 Years33823.5%
45 to 54 Years28419.7%
55 to 64 Years20714.4%
65 to 74 Years24216.8%
75 to 84 Years956.6%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total1,440100.0%

Housing Finances in Lafayette

Median Income by Occupancy in Lafayette

Median Income by Occupancy in Lafayette
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,280 (88.9%)$94,356
Renter-Occupied160 (11.1%)$36,161
Average1,440 (100.0%)$93,243

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lafayette

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lafayette
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9991 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999154 (12.0%)41 (25.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99954 (4.2%)84 (52.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999262 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999182 (14.2%)20 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999419 (32.7%)15 (9.4%)
$150,000 or more185 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,280 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lafayette

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lafayette
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49938 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799118 (9.2%)41 (25.6%)
$800 to $99951 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499392 (30.6%)99 (61.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999333 (26.0%)20 (12.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499196 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999121 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more30 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,280 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lafayette

Housing Structures in Lafayette

Housing Structures in Lafayette
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,25587.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments151.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other17011.8%
Total1,440100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lafayette

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lafayette
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,151 (91.7%)104 (8.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other129 (75.9%)41 (24.1%)
Total1,280 (88.9%)160 (11.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lafayette

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lafayette
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room88 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms51 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms443 (34.6%)160 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms469 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms229 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,280 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lafayette

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lafayette
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas787 (61.5%)35 (21.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas37 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity456 (35.6%)41 (25.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)84 (52.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,280 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lafayette

Household Vehicle Usage in Lafayette
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle204 (15.9%)56 (35.0%)
2 Vehicles543 (42.4%)20 (12.5%)
3 or more Vehicles533 (41.6%)84 (52.5%)
Total1,280 (100.0%)160 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lafayette

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lafayette

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1741,106
Median Property Value$181,300$373,700
Median Household Income$60,489$168
Monthly Housing Costs$635$30
Real Estate Taxes$1,717$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lafayette

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lafayette
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99917 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999156 (89.7%)231 (20.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)723 (65.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)129 (11.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)23 (2.1%)
Total174 (100.0%)1,106 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lafayette

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lafayette
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99924 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99931 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (8.6%)123 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (50.0%)39 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)175 (15.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)182 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more17 (9.8%)419 (37.9%)
Total174 (100.0%)1,106 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lafayette

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lafayette
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x18 (10.3%)101,288 (9,158.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)106 (9.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x91 (52.3%)201 (18.2%)
4.0x or more65 (37.4%)357 (32.3%)
Total174 (100.0%)1,106 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lafayette

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lafayette
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80018 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49923 (13.2%)14 (1.3%)
$800 to $1,499133 (76.4%)88 (8.0%)
Total174 (100.0%)1,106 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years326 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years822 (96.8%)27 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years413 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years633 (96.5%)23 (3.5%)
35 to 44 Years576 (99.3%)4 (0.7%)
45 to 54 Years535 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years529 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years356 (94.2%)22 (5.8%)
75 Years and older125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,315 (98.3%)76 (1.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lafayette
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born326 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen822 (96.8%)27 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen413 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lafayette

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lafayette
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00024 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999851 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999614 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999699 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,127 (96.6%)76 (3.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6106 (32.5%)220 (67.5%)
6 to 18 Years270 (31.8%)552 (65.0%)
19 to 25 Years103 (24.9%)310 (75.1%)
25 to 34 Years224 (34.2%)510 (77.7%)
35 to 44 Years70 (12.1%)506 (87.2%)
45 to 54 Years174 (32.5%)437 (81.7%)
55 to 64 Years242 (45.8%)304 (57.5%)
65 to 74 Years356 (94.2%)222 (58.7%)
75 Years and over125 (100.0%)75 (60.0%)
Total1,670 (38.0%)3,136 (71.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lafayette

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lafayette
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years32 (6.9%)27 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years131 (22.2%)67 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years129 (14.9%)154 (19.8%)
65 to 74 Years50 (28.4%)122 (60.4%)
75 Years and over82 (100.0%)28 (65.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lafayette

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lafayette: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (2.2%)20 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years16 (9.1%)22 (10.9%)
75 Years and over82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lafayette: <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 Years43 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (2.2%)28 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years27 (15.3%)88 (43.6%)
75 Years and over60 (73.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lafayette: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years32 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years131 (22.2%)67 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years73 (8.4%)66 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over60 (73.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lafayette: <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 Years49 (5.7%)79 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years23 (13.1%)102 (50.5%)
75 Years and over62 (75.6%)28 (65.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lafayette: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (3.6%)11 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (9.1%)12 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (65.1%)

Technology Access in Lafayette

Computing Device Access in Lafayette

Computing Device Access in Lafayette
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,32592.0%
Smartphone1,38396.0%
Tablet1,16280.7%
No Computing Device181.3%
Total1,440100.0%

Internet Access in Lafayette

Internet Access in Lafayette
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,07274.4%
Cellular Data Only24216.8%
Satellite Internet866.0%
No Internet936.5%
Total1,440100.0%

Lafayette Summary

Lafayette is a small city located in Yamhill County, Oregon, United States. It is situated in the Willamette Valley, approximately 25 miles southwest of Portland. The city is part of the Portland metropolitan area and has a population of approximately 4,000 people.

History

The area that is now Lafayette was first settled in the 1840s by pioneers from the Oregon Trail. The first post office was established in 1851 and the city was officially incorporated in 1891. The city was named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French military leader who fought in the American Revolutionary War.
In the early 1900s, the city was a major center for the timber industry. The city was also home to a number of sawmills and lumber yards. The timber industry declined in the mid-1900s and the city shifted its focus to agriculture. Today, the city is home to a number of wineries and vineyards.

Geography

Lafayette is located in the Willamette Valley, approximately 25 miles southwest of Portland. The city is situated on the banks of the Yamhill River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city has a total area of 1.7 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Lafayette is mild and temperate. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit and the average temperature in the winter is around 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The city receives an average of 37 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

The economy of Lafayette is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to a number of wineries and vineyards, as well as a number of farms that produce a variety of fruits and vegetables. The city is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lafayette was 4,000. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, and 2.7% from other races. The median household income in the city was $50,000 and the median family income was $55,000. The per capita income in the city was $22,000.

Conclusion

Lafayette is a small city located in Yamhill County, Oregon. It is situated in the Willamette Valley, approximately 25 miles southwest of Portland. The city was first settled in the 1840s and was officially incorporated in 1891. The economy of Lafayette is largely based on agriculture, with a number of wineries and vineyards, as well as a number of small businesses. The population of the city was 4,000 as of the 2010 census.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lafayette?
Total Population of Lafayette is 4,391.
What is the Total Male Population of Lafayette?
Total Male Population of Lafayette is 2,327.
What is the Total Female Population of Lafayette?
Total Female Population of Lafayette is 2,064.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lafayette?
There are 112.74 Males per 100 Females in Lafayette.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lafayette?
There are 88.70 Females per 100 Males in Lafayette.
What is the Median Population Age in Lafayette?
Median Population Age in Lafayette is 34.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lafayette
Average Family Size in Lafayette is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lafayette
Average Household Size in Lafayette is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lafayette?
Per Capita income in Lafayette is $32,364.
What is the Median Family Income in Lafayette?
Median Family Income in Lafayette is $95,292.
What is the Median Household income in Lafayette?
Median Household Income in Lafayette is $93,243.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lafayette?
Income or Wage Gap in Lafayette is 4.9%.
Women in Lafayette earn 95.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lafayette?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lafayette is 0.33.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lafayette?
There are 2,429 People in the Labor Forcein in Lafayette.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lafayette?
72.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Lafayette.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lafayette?
Unemployment Rate in Lafayette is 4.7%.