Gueydan, LA

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Gueydan Overview

1,220
TOTAL POPULATION
536
MALE POPULATION
684
FEMALE POPULATION
78.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,288
PER CAPITA INCOME
$32,222
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$24,375
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
66.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
33.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
404
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Gueydan Zip Codes

Gueydan Area Codes

Race in Gueydan

The most populous races in Gueydan are White / Caucasian (1,008 | 82.6%), Black / African American (188 | 15.4%), and Two or more Races (24 | 2.0%).
Race in Gueydan
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American18815.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino171.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,00882.6%
Two or more Races242.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,220100.0%

Ancestry in Gueydan

The most populous ancestries reported in Gueydan are French (221 | 18.1%), Cajun (182 | 14.9%), French Canadian (79 | 6.5%), Irish (63 | 5.2%), and German (60 | 4.9%), together accounting for 49.6% of all Gueydan residents.
Ancestry in Gueydan
Ancestry# Population% Population
American332.7%
British50.4%
Cajun18214.9%
Central American Indian10.1%
Dutch141.1%
English242.0%
French22118.1%
French Canadian796.5%
German604.9%
Irish635.2%
Italian121.0%
Mexican10.1%
Mexican American Indian10.1%
Scotch-Irish60.5%
Scottish80.7%
Spaniard131.1%
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Immigrants in Gueydan

Immigrants in Gueydan
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Gueydan

Sex and Age in Gueydan

The most populous age groups in Gueydan are 65 to 69 Years (80 | 14.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (56 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Gueydan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (0.7%)20 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Years21 (3.9%)54 (7.9%)
10 to 14 Years46 (8.6%)7 (1.0%)
15 to 19 Years62 (11.6%)48 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years47 (8.8%)37 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years15 (2.8%)27 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years11 (2.1%)46 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years18 (3.4%)17 (2.5%)
40 to 44 Years30 (5.6%)33 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years30 (5.6%)43 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years3 (0.6%)54 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years47 (8.8%)38 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years64 (11.9%)56 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years80 (14.9%)51 (7.5%)
70 to 74 Years23 (4.3%)35 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years6 (1.1%)51 (7.5%)
80 to 84 Years20 (3.7%)53 (7.7%)
85 Years and over9 (1.7%)14 (2.1%)
Total536 (100.0%)684 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Gueydan

Median Family Size in Gueydan

The median family size in Gueydan is 2.77 persons per family, with single female/mother families (127 | 41.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.89 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (17 | 5.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.53 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Gueydan
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple160 (52.6%)2.80
Single Male/Father17 (5.6%)1.53
Single Female/Mother127 (41.8%)2.89
Total Families304 (100.0%)2.77

Median Household Size in Gueydan

The median household size in Gueydan is 2.06 persons per household, with single female/mother households (127 | 22.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.96 persons per household. non-family households (262 | 46.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Gueydan
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple160 (28.3%)2.80
Single Male/Father17 (3.0%)1.53
Single Female/Mother127 (22.4%)2.96
Non-family262 (46.3%)1.21
Total Households566 (100.0%)2.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Gueydan

Out of a total of 566 households in Gueydan, 304 (53.7%) are family households, while 262 (46.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 175, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 227.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gueydan
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-227 (40.1%)
2-Person Households175 (30.9%)27 (4.8%)
3-Person Households70 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households32 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (3.9%)8 (1.4%)
6-Person Households5 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total304 (53.7%)262 (46.3%)

Female Fertility in Gueydan

Fertility by Age in Gueydan

Female Fertility by Age in Gueydan
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gueydan

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gueydan
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Gueydan

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Gueydan
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gueydan

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gueydan
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Gueydan

Income Overview in Gueydan

Per Capita Income in Gueydan is $22,288, while median incomes of families and households are $32,222 and $24,375 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,220$22,288
Median Family Income304$32,222
Mean Family Income304$59,479
Median Household Income566$24,375
Mean Household Income566$45,929
Income Deficit304$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,22066.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,22033.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2200.53

Earnings by Sex in Gueydan

Average Earnings in Gueydan are $23,571, $46,250 for men and $15,573 for women, a difference of 66.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Gueydan
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male203 (51.0%)$46,250
Female195 (49.0%)$15,573
Total398 (100.0%)$23,571

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gueydan

The most common earnings brackets in Gueydan are $100,000+ for men (44 | 21.7%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (39 | 20.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gueydan
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)8 (4.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49920 (9.9%)21 (10.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49911 (5.4%)39 (20.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (5.9%)19 (9.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (4.4%)24 (12.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49915 (7.4%)5 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (3.0%)15 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (4.9%)7 (3.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (4.4%)22 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (1.0%)19 (9.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9994 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)6 (3.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99927 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9996 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (11.3%)2 (1.0%)
$100,000+44 (21.7%)3 (1.5%)
Total203 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gueydan

Average earnings in Gueydan are $61,500 for men and $17,039 for women, a difference of 72.3%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,875, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $12,031. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,417.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gueydan
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$12,031$0
High School Diploma$90,875$15,417
College or Associate's Degree$60,500$21,875
Bachelor's Degree$90,125$36,250
Graduate Degree$63,125$0
Total$61,500$17,039

Family Income in Gueydan

Family Income Brackets in Gueydan

According to the Gueydan family income data, there are 78 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.7% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Gueydan
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003611.8%
$10,000 to $14,999196.3%
$15,000 to $24,9997825.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993210.5%
$35,000 to $49,999299.5%
$50,000 to $74,9993411.2%
$75,000 to $99,999154.9%
$100,000 to $149,9993812.5%
$150,000 to $199,999206.6%
$200,000+31.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gueydan

2-person families (176 | 57.9%) account for the highest median family income in Gueydan with $31,944 per family, while 2-person families (176 | 57.9%) have the highest median income of $15,972 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gueydan
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families176 (57.9%)$31,944
3-Person Families72 (23.7%)$0
4-Person Families32 (10.5%)$0
5-Person Families19 (6.2%)$0
6-Person Families5 (1.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total304 (100.0%)$32,222

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gueydan

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gueydan
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners102 (33.6%)$17,917
1 Earner135 (44.4%)$33,594
2 Earners60 (19.7%)$107,000
3+ Earners7 (2.3%)$0
Total304 (100.0%)$32,222

Household Income in Gueydan

Household Income Brackets in Gueydan

With 141 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Gueydan, accounting for 24.9% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Gueydan
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007513.3%
$10,000 to $14,9997112.5%
$15,000 to $24,99914124.9%
$25,000 to $34,9996812.0%
$35,000 to $49,999569.9%
$50,000 to $74,999549.5%
$75,000 to $99,999315.5%
$100,000 to $149,999478.3%
$150,000 to $199,999203.5%
$200,000+30.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Gueydan

The median household income in Gueydan is $24,375, with the highest median household income of $28,542 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 103 households (18.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,000, with 24 households (4.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Gueydan
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (4.2%)$21,000
25 to 44 Years103 (18.2%)$28,542
45 to 64 Years205 (36.2%)$27,188
65+ Years234 (41.3%)$24,500
Total566 (100.0%)$24,375

Poverty in Gueydan

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gueydan

With 31.8% poverty level for males and 47.3% for females among the residents of Gueydan, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (100.0%) and 59 females (88.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gueydan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)14 (70.0%)
5 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years22 (59.5%)22 (45.8%)
12 to 14 Years11 (45.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years22 (100.0%)3 (30.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (72.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years33 (50.8%)59 (88.1%)
25 to 34 Years4 (15.4%)27 (37.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (22.9%)32 (64.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (9.1%)44 (51.2%)
55 to 64 Years27 (24.3%)45 (47.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (21.7%)68 (62.4%)
Total160 (31.8%)314 (47.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gueydan

According to the poverty statistics in Gueydan, males aged under 5 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 Gueydan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (100.0%)6 (30.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years15 (40.5%)26 (54.2%)
12 to 14 Years13 (54.2%)7 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)7 (70.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (27.3%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years32 (49.2%)8 (11.9%)
25 to 34 Years22 (84.6%)46 (63.0%)
35 to 44 Years37 (77.1%)18 (36.0%)
45 to 54 Years30 (90.9%)42 (48.8%)
55 to 64 Years84 (75.7%)49 (52.1%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)
75 Years and over18 (78.3%)41 (37.6%)
Total344 (68.2%)350 (52.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gueydan

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gueydan show that 18.1% or 29 of the total 160 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 53.8%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 9.2%, which includes 11 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gueydan
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children108 (90.8%)11 (9.2%)
1 or 2 Children12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
3 or 4 Children11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (81.9%)29 (18.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gueydan

According to the poverty data in Gueydan, 29.4% or 5 single-father households and 60.6% or 77 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gueydan
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)34 (65.4%)
1 or 2 Children5 (100.0%)35 (52.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (29.4%)77 (60.6%)

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

The poverty data for Gueydan shows that 29 of the married-couple family households (18.1%) and 82 of the single-parent households (56.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (53.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gueydan
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (9.2%)34 (53.1%)
1 or 2 Children14 (53.8%)40 (55.6%)
3 or 4 Children4 (26.7%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (18.1%)82 (56.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Gueydan

Employment by Class of Employer in Gueydan

Among the 317 employed individuals in Gueydan, private company employees (175 | 55.2%), local government employees (44 | 13.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (33 | 10.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Gueydan
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees17555.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)134.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3310.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations299.1%
Local Government Employees4413.9%
State Government Employees175.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers61.9%
Total317100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Gueydan

According to the labor force statistics for Gueydan, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,036), 39.0% or 404 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.8% or 80 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 42 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 82.4% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Gueydan
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years17 (21.8%)14 (82.4%)
20 to 24 Years60 (71.4%)24 (40.0%)
25 to 29 Years42 (100.0%)33 (78.6%)
30 to 34 Years16 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years60 (61.2%)7 (11.7%)
45 to 54 Years70 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years44 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years29 (24.2%)2 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years66 (34.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total404 (39.0%)80 (19.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gueydan

According to labor force statistics for Gueydan, 49.1% of individuals (261) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (532) are in the labor force, with 16.1% or 42 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 97.4% or 37 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 50.0% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gueydan
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School26 (26.5%)49 (50.0%)
High School Diploma119 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree79 (73.8%)37 (34.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher37 (97.4%)2 (5.4%)
Total261 (49.1%)86 (16.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Gueydan

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gueydan are Management (40 | 12.3%), Community & Social Service (40 | 12.3%), Education Instruction & Library (30 | 9.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16 | 4.9%), and Architecture & Engineering (16 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Gueydan

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gueydan, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (56.2%), and Architecture & Engineering (56.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Gueydan
OccupationMaleFemale
Management28 (70.0%)12 (30.0%)
Business & Financial5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 19 (47.5%)21 (52.5%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library16 (53.3%)14 (46.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Health Technologists10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Total (Category)69 (60.0%)46 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Gueydan are Cleaning & Maintenance (40 | 12.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (9 | 2.8%), and Personal Care & Service (6 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Gueydan

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Gueydan, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (40.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Gueydan
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance16 (40.0%)24 (60.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)24 (33.8%)47 (66.2%)
Total (Overall)160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gueydan are Sales & Related (48 | 14.8%), and Office & Administration (41 | 12.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Gueydan

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Gueydan
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related18 (37.5%)30 (62.5%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Total (Category)18 (20.2%)71 (79.8%)
Total (Overall)160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gueydan are Construction & Extraction (15 | 4.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 3.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Gueydan

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Gueydan
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gueydan are Production (9 | 2.8%), Material Moving (8 | 2.5%), and Transportation (7 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Gueydan

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Gueydan
OccupationMaleFemale
Production9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Gueydan

Employment Industries in Gueydan

The major employment industries in Gueydan include Retail Trade (77 | 23.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (42 | 13.0%), Construction (29 | 8.9%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (26 | 8.0%), and Administrative & Support (26 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Gueydan

Employment Industries by Sex in Gueydan

The Gueydan industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gueydan
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (69.0%)9 (31.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade28 (36.4%)49 (63.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Finance & Insurance5 (25.0%)15 (75.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support19 (73.1%)7 (26.9%)
Educational Services11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (7.1%)39 (92.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services8 (38.1%)13 (61.9%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total160 (49.4%)164 (50.6%)

Education in Gueydan

School Enrollment in Gueydan

The most common levels of schooling among the 250 students in Gueydan are high school (97 | 38.8%), elementary school (79 | 31.6%), and middle school (30 | 12.0%).
School Enrollment in Gueydan
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool197.6%
Kindergarten52.0%
Elementary School7931.6%
Middle School3012.0%
High School9738.8%
College / Undergraduate208.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total250100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gueydan

Out of a total of 250 students who are enrolled in schools in Gueydan, 18 (7.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 232 (92.8%) 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 7 (77.8% 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 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gueydan
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old68 (91.9%)6 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds52 (98.1%)1 (1.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds58 (93.5%)4 (6.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (92.8%)18 (7.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gueydan

Science & technology (38 | 25.7%), education (38 | 25.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (16 | 10.8%), business (14 | 9.5%), and engineering (13 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 148 individuals in Gueydan who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gueydan
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1610.8%
Physical & Health Sciences64.1%
Psychology21.3%
Social Sciences53.4%
Engineering138.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3825.7%
Business149.5%
Education3825.7%
Literature & Languages42.7%
Liberal Arts & History128.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total148100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Gueydan

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gueydan

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gueydan are males with 2 vehicles (73, accounting for 47.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (59, making up 44.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gueydan
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)6 (3.7%)
1 Vehicle33 (21.6%)66 (40.2%)
2 Vehicles73 (47.7%)59 (36.0%)
3 Vehicles35 (22.9%)33 (20.1%)
4 Vehicles12 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total153 (100.0%)164 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Gueydan

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gueydan are less than 5 minutes (79 commuters, 25.8%), 5 to 9 minutes (49 commuters, 16.0%), and 45 to 59 minutes (46 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in Gueydan
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7925.8%
5 to 9 Minutes4916.0%
10 to 14 Minutes237.5%
15 to 19 Minutes103.3%
20 to 24 Minutes299.5%
25 to 29 Minutes51.6%
30 to 34 Minutes134.3%
35 to 39 Minutes20.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes4615.0%
60 to 89 Minutes216.9%
90 or more Minutes299.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Gueydan

The most common commute times in Gueydan are 45 to 59 minutes (46 commuters, 30.1%) for males and less than 5 minutes (68 commuters, 44.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Gueydan
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes11 (7.2%)68 (44.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (4.6%)42 (27.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes23 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (1.3%)8 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes11 (7.2%)18 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes1 (0.6%)12 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes2 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes46 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes21 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes29 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gueydan

The most frequent times of departure to work in Gueydan are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (40, 26.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (34, 22.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gueydan
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM38 (24.8%)6 (3.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (9.1%)19 (12.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM12 (7.8%)11 (7.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM14 (9.1%)16 (10.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM27 (17.6%)23 (15.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)34 (22.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)18 (11.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (4.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3 (2.0%)10 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM40 (26.1%)3 (2.0%)
Total153 (100.0%)153 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Gueydan

Occupancy by Ownership in Gueydan

Of the total 566 dwellings in Gueydan, owner-occupied units account for 397 (70.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 169 (29.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Gueydan
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units39770.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16929.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units566100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Gueydan

Occupancy by Household Size in Gueydan
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22740.1%
2-Person Household20235.7%
3-Person Household7012.4%
4+ Person Household6711.8%
Total Housing Units566100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gueydan

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gueydan
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household136 (59.9%)91 (40.1%)
2-Person Household161 (79.7%)41 (20.3%)
3-Person Household63 (90.0%)7 (10.0%)
4+ Person Household37 (55.2%)30 (44.8%)
Total Housing Units397 (70.1%)169 (29.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gueydan

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gueydan
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School64 (64.0%)36 (36.0%)
High School Diploma174 (63.3%)101 (36.7%)
College/Associate Degree83 (80.6%)20 (19.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher76 (86.4%)12 (13.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gueydan

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gueydan
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6912.2%
35 to 44 Years5810.2%
45 to 54 Years8314.7%
55 to 64 Years12221.5%
65 to 74 Years11019.4%
75 to 84 Years11520.3%
85 Years and Over91.6%
Total566100.0%

Housing Finances in Gueydan

Median Income by Occupancy in Gueydan

Median Income by Occupancy in Gueydan
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied397 (70.1%)$34,375
Renter-Occupied169 (29.9%)$14,750
Average566 (100.0%)$24,375

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gueydan

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gueydan
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00016 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99932 (8.1%)27 (16.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (2.3%)62 (36.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99984 (21.2%)23 (13.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (2.0%)26 (15.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99955 (13.9%)13 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (11.3%)9 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (7.3%)2 (1.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (10.1%)7 (4.1%)
$150,000 or more23 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gueydan

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gueydan
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300141 (35.5%)8 (4.7%)
$300 to $499132 (33.3%)19 (11.2%)
$500 to $79964 (16.1%)36 (21.3%)
$800 to $99933 (8.3%)21 (12.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49925 (6.3%)8 (4.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Gueydan

Housing Structures in Gueydan

Housing Structures in Gueydan
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached44378.3%
Single Unit, Attached30.5%
2 Unit Apartments203.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments101.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other9015.9%
Total566100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gueydan

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gueydan
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached328 (74.0%)115 (26.0%)
Single Unit, Attached1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other68 (75.6%)22 (24.4%)
Total397 (70.1%)169 (29.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gueydan

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gueydan
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)6 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms12 (3.0%)43 (25.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms153 (38.5%)89 (52.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms145 (36.5%)31 (18.3%)
8 or more Rooms87 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gueydan

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gueydan
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas208 (52.4%)59 (34.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity179 (45.1%)110 (65.1%)
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 Used5 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Gueydan

Household Vehicle Usage in Gueydan
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (3.5%)6 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle191 (48.1%)129 (76.3%)
2 Vehicles145 (36.5%)26 (15.4%)
3 or more Vehicles47 (11.8%)8 (4.7%)
Total397 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Gueydan

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gueydan

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units32869
Median Property Value$56,000$105,500
Median Household Income$33,906$0
Monthly Housing Costs$318$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$6

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gueydan

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gueydan
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000158 (48.2%)11 (15.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99966 (20.1%)20 (29.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999104 (31.7%)38 (55.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gueydan

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gueydan
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00048 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99980 (24.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (13.1%)21 (30.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99940 (12.2%)12 (17.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (12.2%)16 (23.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (8.5%)5 (7.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99926 (7.9%)1 (1.5%)
$150,000 or more23 (7.0%)14 (20.3%)
Total328 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gueydan

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gueydan
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x220 (67.1%)35,938 (52,084.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x23 (7.0%)31 (44.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (3.0%)11 (15.9%)
4.0x or more71 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gueydan

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gueydan
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800241 (73.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (4.0%)59 (85.5%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)2 (2.9%)
Total328 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Gueydan

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gueydan

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gueydan
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years201 (98.5%)3 (1.5%)
19 to 25 Years80 (74.1%)28 (25.9%)
26 to 34 Years85 (87.6%)12 (12.4%)
35 to 44 Years79 (80.6%)19 (19.4%)
45 to 54 Years107 (89.9%)12 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years197 (96.1%)8 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,086 (93.0%)82 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gueydan

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gueydan
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen201 (98.5%)3 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen80 (74.1%)28 (25.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gueydan

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gueydan
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000512 (91.8%)46 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999239 (97.6%)6 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99965 (86.7%)10 (13.3%)
$100,000 and over150 (88.2%)20 (11.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gueydan

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gueydan
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (69.4%)16 (44.4%)
6 to 18 Years135 (66.2%)87 (42.6%)
19 to 25 Years62 (57.4%)18 (16.7%)
25 to 34 Years52 (53.6%)41 (42.3%)
35 to 44 Years50 (51.0%)41 (41.8%)
45 to 54 Years42 (35.3%)74 (62.2%)
55 to 64 Years141 (68.8%)66 (32.2%)
65 to 74 Years158 (93.5%)113 (66.9%)
75 Years and over132 (100.0%)95 (72.0%)
Total797 (68.2%)551 (47.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gueydan

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gueydan
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (16.2%)6 (7.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (12.1%)
35 to 64 Years81 (42.2%)75 (32.6%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)4 (4.6%)
75 Years and over13 (56.5%)32 (29.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gueydan

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Gueydan: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (15.6%)17 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (56.5%)4 (3.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Gueydan: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (12.5%)2 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (43.5%)9 (8.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Gueydan: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (16.2%)6 (7.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (12.1%)
35 to 64 Years35 (18.2%)15 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (34.8%)17 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Gueydan: <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 Years22 (11.5%)53 (23.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.6%)4 (4.6%)
75 Years and over5 (21.7%)32 (29.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Gueydan: <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 Years4 (2.1%)16 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (18.3%)

Technology Access in Gueydan

Computing Device Access in Gueydan

Computing Device Access in Gueydan
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop35462.5%
Smartphone41673.5%
Tablet26446.6%
No Computing Device9316.4%
Total566100.0%

Internet Access in Gueydan

Internet Access in Gueydan
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31054.8%
Cellular Data Only10117.8%
Satellite Internet407.1%
No Internet13924.6%
Total566100.0%

Gueydan Summary

Gueydan is a small town located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Mermentau River, approximately 25 miles south of Lafayette. The town was founded in 1884 by French-Canadian settlers and was named after a French-Canadian settler, Jean Gueydan. The town has a population of 1,541 as of the 2010 census.

Geography

Gueydan is located at 30°14'N 92°25'W (30.23, -92.41). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all land.
Gueydan is located in the heart of the Acadiana region of Louisiana. The town is surrounded by agricultural land and is known for its rice production. The town is also home to the Gueydan Duck Festival, which is held annually in the fall.

Economy

Gueydan is a small town with a limited economy. The town is primarily supported by the agricultural industry, with rice being the main crop. The town is also home to a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,541 people, 590 households, and 393 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,269.2 people per square mile (490.2/km2). There were 645 housing units at an average density of 537.5 per square mile (207.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 590 households, out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.3% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.1% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Gueydan is a small town located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Mermentau River, approximately 25 miles south of Lafayette. The town was founded in 1884 by French-Canadian settlers and was named after a French-Canadian settler, Jean Gueydan. The town has a population of 1,541 as of the 2010 census. The town is primarily supported by the agricultural industry, with rice being the main crop. The town is also home to a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. The median income for a household in the town was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $32,500. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line. Gueydan is a small town with a limited economy, but it is a great place to live and work.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Gueydan?
Total Population of Gueydan is 1,220.
What is the Total Male Population of Gueydan?
Total Male Population of Gueydan is 536.
What is the Total Female Population of Gueydan?
Total Female Population of Gueydan is 684.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gueydan?
There are 78.36 Males per 100 Females in Gueydan.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gueydan?
There are 127.61 Females per 100 Males in Gueydan.
What is the Median Population Age in Gueydan?
Median Population Age in Gueydan is 49.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gueydan
Average Family Size in Gueydan is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gueydan
Average Household Size in Gueydan is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gueydan?
Per Capita income in Gueydan is $22,288.
What is the Median Family Income in Gueydan?
Median Family Income in Gueydan is $32,222.
What is the Median Household income in Gueydan?
Median Household Income in Gueydan is $24,375.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gueydan?
Income or Wage Gap in Gueydan is 66.3%.
Women in Gueydan earn 33.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gueydan?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gueydan is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gueydan?
There are 404 People in the Labor Forcein in Gueydan.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gueydan?
39.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Gueydan.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gueydan?
Unemployment Rate in Gueydan is 19.8%.