Raceland, LA

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Raceland Overview

11,094
TOTAL POPULATION
5,455
MALE POPULATION
5,639
FEMALE POPULATION
96.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.37
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,487
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,371
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,843
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Raceland Zip Codes

Raceland Area Codes

Race in Raceland

The most populous races in Raceland are White / Caucasian (7,600 | 68.5%), Black / African American (3,067 | 27.7%), and Two or more Races (207 | 1.9%).
Race in Raceland
Race# Population% Population
Asian1371.2%
Black / African American3,06727.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino840.8%
Native / Alaskan550.5%
White / Caucasian7,60068.5%
Two or more Races2071.9%
Some other Race280.3%
Total11,094100.0%

Ancestry in Raceland

The most populous ancestries reported in Raceland are French (2,464 | 22.2%), American (871 | 7.9%), Italian (549 | 5.0%), French Canadian (490 | 4.4%), and German (354 | 3.2%), together accounting for 42.6% of all Raceland residents.
Ancestry in Raceland
Ancestry# Population% Population
African370.3%
American8717.9%
Bhutanese260.2%
Burmese190.2%
Cajun2722.5%
Canadian120.1%
Dutch410.4%
Ecuadorian10.0%
English3022.7%
European120.1%
French2,46422.2%
French Canadian4904.4%
German3543.2%
Greek730.7%
Houma1141.0%
Irish2532.3%
Italian5495.0%
Korean800.7%
Luxembourger40.0%
Malaysian490.4%
Mexican540.5%
Polish120.1%
Scottish390.4%
South American10.0%
Spaniard290.3%
Spanish American Indian160.1%
Subsaharan African370.3%
Swedish640.6%
Welsh140.1%
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Immigrants in Raceland

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Raceland came from Asia (111 | 1.0%), South Eastern Asia (92 | 0.8%), Laos (49 | 0.4%), Philippines (43 | 0.4%), and Central America (28 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Raceland residents.
Immigrants in Raceland
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1111.0%
Canada120.1%
Central America280.3%
Eastern Asia190.2%
Europe10.0%
Ireland10.0%
Korea190.2%
Laos490.4%
Latin America280.3%
Mexico280.3%
Northern Europe10.0%
Philippines430.4%
South Eastern Asia920.8%
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Sex and Age in Raceland

Sex and Age in Raceland

The most populous age groups in Raceland are 60 to 64 Years (636 | 11.7%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (478 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Raceland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years316 (5.8%)271 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years323 (5.9%)327 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years339 (6.2%)265 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Years411 (7.5%)473 (8.4%)
20 to 24 Years123 (2.2%)202 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years234 (4.3%)263 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Years272 (5.0%)256 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Years352 (6.5%)439 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Years319 (5.9%)427 (7.6%)
45 to 49 Years454 (8.3%)357 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years363 (6.7%)478 (8.5%)
55 to 59 Years567 (10.4%)464 (8.2%)
60 to 64 Years636 (11.7%)453 (8.0%)
65 to 69 Years251 (4.6%)275 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years203 (3.7%)202 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years88 (1.6%)197 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years78 (1.4%)158 (2.8%)
85 Years and over126 (2.3%)132 (2.3%)
Total5,455 (100.0%)5,639 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Raceland

Median Family Size in Raceland

The median family size in Raceland is 3.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (607 | 20.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.41 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (226 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Raceland
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,073 (71.3%)3.04
Single Male/Father226 (7.8%)2.85
Single Female/Mother607 (20.9%)3.41
Total Families2,906 (100.0%)3.10

Median Household Size in Raceland

The median household size in Raceland is 2.58 persons per household, with single female/mother households (607 | 14.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.59 persons per household. non-family households (1,374 | 32.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Raceland
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,073 (48.4%)3.04
Single Male/Father226 (5.3%)3.31
Single Female/Mother607 (14.2%)3.59
Non-family1,374 (32.1%)1.30
Total Households4,280 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Raceland

Out of a total of 4,280 households in Raceland, 2,906 (67.9%) are family households, while 1,374 (32.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,303, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,117.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Raceland
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,117 (26.1%)
2-Person Households1,303 (30.4%)225 (5.3%)
3-Person Households659 (15.4%)32 (0.7%)
4-Person Households724 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households190 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households13 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households17 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,906 (67.9%)1,374 (32.1%)

Female Fertility in Raceland

Fertility by Age in Raceland

Average fertility rate in Raceland is 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 87.0 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 Raceland
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years63 (100.0%)87.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total63 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Raceland

73.0% of women with births (63) in Raceland are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 27.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 27.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Raceland
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years46 (73.0%)17 (27.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (73.0%)17 (27.0%)

Fertility by Education in Raceland

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Raceland
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma14 (22.2%)18.0
College or Associate's Degree49 (77.8%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total63 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Raceland

27.0% of women with births in Raceland are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 34.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Raceland
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree32 (65.3%)17 (34.7%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (73.0%)17 (27.0%)

Income in Raceland

Income Overview in Raceland

Per Capita Income in Raceland is $27,487, while median incomes of families and households are $67,500 and $47,371 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,094$27,487
Median Family Income2,906$67,500
Mean Family Income2,906$80,006
Median Household Income4,280$47,371
Mean Household Income4,280$67,681
Income Deficit2,906$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,09452.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,09447.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,0940.45

Earnings by Sex in Raceland

Average Earnings in Raceland are $35,462, $57,966 for men and $27,311 for women, a difference of 52.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Raceland
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,245 (46.7%)$57,966
Female2,563 (53.3%)$27,311
Total4,808 (100.0%)$35,462

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Raceland

The most common earnings brackets in Raceland are $100,000+ for men (460 | 20.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (392 | 15.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Raceland
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1 (0.0%)218 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99935 (1.6%)234 (9.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49969 (3.1%)81 (3.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (1.0%)182 (7.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49954 (2.4%)189 (7.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99957 (2.5%)13 (0.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49937 (1.7%)51 (2.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.1%)106 (4.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49945 (2.0%)24 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99989 (4.0%)92 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99991 (4.1%)392 (15.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999122 (5.4%)185 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99940 (1.8%)78 (3.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999174 (7.7%)144 (5.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999102 (4.5%)124 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99997 (4.3%)141 (5.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999271 (12.1%)101 (3.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999210 (9.3%)80 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999266 (11.8%)84 (3.3%)
$100,000+460 (20.5%)44 (1.7%)
Total2,245 (100.0%)2,563 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Raceland

Average earnings in Raceland are $60,804 for men and $28,281 for women, a difference of 53.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,846, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $53,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,792, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,031.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Raceland
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$71,696$19,031
High School Diploma$56,875$27,313
College or Associate's Degree$67,917$29,559
Bachelor's Degree$83,846$0
Graduate Degree$53,000$49,792
Total$60,804$28,281

Family Income in Raceland

Family Income Brackets in Raceland

According to the Raceland family income data, there are 584 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Raceland
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001023.5%
$10,000 to $14,999230.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991485.1%
$25,000 to $34,99930210.4%
$35,000 to $49,99955219.0%
$50,000 to $74,99941314.2%
$75,000 to $99,99958420.1%
$100,000 to $149,99949717.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992358.1%
$200,000+521.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Raceland

4-person families (682 | 23.5%) account for the highest median family income in Raceland with $77,273 per family, while 2-person families (1,454 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $33,590 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Raceland
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,454 (50.0%)$67,179
3-Person Families550 (18.9%)$58,776
4-Person Families682 (23.5%)$77,273
5-Person Families190 (6.5%)$71,786
6-Person Families16 (0.5%)$46,818
7+ Person Families14 (0.5%)$0
Total2,906 (100.0%)$67,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Raceland

The median family income in Raceland is $67,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (100) having the highest median family income of $125,893, while families with 1 earner (1,319) have the lowest median family income of $43,295, accounting for 3.4% and 45.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Raceland
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners377 (13.0%)$46,771
1 Earner1,319 (45.4%)$43,295
2 Earners1,110 (38.2%)$84,789
3+ Earners100 (3.4%)$125,893
Total2,906 (100.0%)$67,500

Household Income in Raceland

Household Income Brackets in Raceland

With 689 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Raceland, accounting for 16.1% of all households. In contrast, only 111 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Raceland
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002185.1%
$10,000 to $14,99958613.7%
$15,000 to $24,9993007.0%
$25,000 to $34,99944910.5%
$35,000 to $49,99963814.9%
$50,000 to $74,9994249.9%
$75,000 to $99,99963314.8%
$100,000 to $149,99968916.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992355.5%
$200,000+1112.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Raceland

The median household income in Raceland is $47,371, with the highest median household income of $102,813 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,157 households (27.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $2,499, with 78 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Raceland
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years78 (1.8%)$2,499
25 to 44 Years1,157 (27.0%)$102,813
45 to 64 Years1,972 (46.1%)$39,981
65+ Years1,073 (25.1%)$39,625
Total4,280 (100.0%)$47,371

Poverty in Raceland

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Raceland

With 14.6% poverty level for males and 19.9% for females among the residents of Raceland, 18 to 24 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (40.6%) and 202 females (74.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Raceland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (2.5%)202 (74.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years46 (15.0%)162 (47.6%)
12 to 14 Years31 (10.3%)15 (8.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)24 (28.9%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years86 (40.6%)136 (30.6%)
25 to 34 Years75 (14.8%)44 (8.5%)
35 to 44 Years14 (2.1%)134 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years82 (10.0%)105 (12.6%)
55 to 64 Years386 (32.1%)199 (21.7%)
65 to 74 Years65 (14.6%)65 (13.6%)
75 Years and over1 (0.4%)25 (5.6%)
Total794 (14.6%)1,111 (19.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Raceland

According to the poverty statistics in Raceland, males aged 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 Raceland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years308 (97.5%)69 (25.5%)
5 Years55 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years260 (85.0%)178 (52.3%)
12 to 14 Years270 (89.7%)160 (91.4%)
15 Years168 (100.0%)59 (71.1%)
16 and 17 Years154 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years126 (59.4%)309 (69.4%)
25 to 34 Years431 (85.2%)475 (91.5%)
35 to 44 Years657 (97.9%)732 (84.5%)
45 to 54 Years735 (90.0%)730 (87.4%)
55 to 64 Years817 (67.9%)718 (78.3%)
65 to 74 Years379 (85.4%)412 (86.4%)
75 Years and over283 (99.7%)418 (94.4%)
Total4,643 (85.4%)4,484 (80.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Raceland

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Raceland show that 4.2% or 87 of the total 2,073 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 56 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Raceland
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,265 (97.6%)31 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children588 (91.3%)56 (8.7%)
3 or 4 Children133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,986 (95.8%)87 (4.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Raceland

According to the poverty data in Raceland, 4.4% or 10 single-father households and 24.5% or 149 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 10 households (7.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Raceland
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (7.0%)101 (32.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (4.4%)149 (24.5%)

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

The poverty data for Raceland shows that 87 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 159 of the single-parent households (19.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Raceland
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children31 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children56 (8.7%)111 (24.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (4.2%)159 (19.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Raceland

Employment by Class of Employer in Raceland

Among the 4,228 employed individuals in Raceland, private company employees (2,973 | 70.3%), local government employees (527 | 12.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (289 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Raceland
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,97370.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)581.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1373.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations2896.8%
Local Government Employees52712.5%
State Government Employees2064.9%
Federal Government Employees270.6%
Unpaid Family Workers110.3%
Total4,228100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Raceland

According to the labor force statistics for Raceland, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,002), 53.8% or 4,843 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 513 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.0% or 467 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 71.2% or 158 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Raceland
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years222 (35.1%)158 (71.2%)
20 to 24 Years216 (66.5%)48 (22.2%)
25 to 29 Years467 (94.0%)44 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years360 (68.2%)45 (12.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,274 (82.9%)134 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,117 (67.6%)86 (7.7%)
55 to 59 Years437 (42.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years536 (49.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years190 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over27 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,843 (53.8%)513 (10.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Raceland

According to labor force statistics for Raceland, 66.2% of individuals (4,193) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,334) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 310 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 93.0% or 570 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.6% or 96 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Raceland
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School515 (38.0%)252 (18.6%)
High School Diploma1,940 (67.0%)87 (3.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,164 (79.1%)172 (11.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher570 (93.0%)20 (3.2%)
Total4,193 (66.2%)469 (7.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Raceland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Raceland are Management (309 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (282 | 6.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (264 | 6.1%), Education Instruction & Library (196 | 4.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (130 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Raceland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Raceland, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Raceland
OccupationMaleFemale
Management49 (15.9%)260 (84.1%)
Business & Financial70 (54.7%)58 (45.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science84 (64.6%)46 (35.4%)
Computers & Mathematics20 (30.3%)46 (69.7%)
Architecture & Engineering58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 52 (18.4%)230 (81.6%)
Education, Arts & Media24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library28 (14.3%)168 (85.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating35 (13.3%)229 (86.7%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)101 (100.0%)
Total (Category)290 (26.1%)823 (73.9%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Raceland are Cleaning & Maintenance (324 | 7.5%), Healthcare Support (134 | 3.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (125 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (110 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (110 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Raceland

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Raceland, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (79.4%), Security & Protection (76.4%), and Law Enforcement (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (88.9%), Healthcare Support (83.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Raceland
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support22 (16.4%)112 (83.6%)
Security & Protection84 (76.4%)26 (23.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention50 (79.4%)13 (20.6%)
Law Enforcement34 (72.3%)13 (27.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving40 (32.0%)85 (68.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance36 (11.1%)288 (88.9%)
Personal Care & Service38 (34.5%)72 (65.4%)
Total (Category)220 (27.4%)583 (72.6%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Raceland are Office & Administration (643 | 14.8%), and Sales & Related (393 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Raceland

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Raceland
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related105 (26.7%)288 (73.3%)
Office & Administration151 (23.5%)492 (76.5%)
Total (Category)256 (24.7%)780 (75.3%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Raceland are Construction & Extraction (446 | 10.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (110 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (53 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Raceland

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Raceland
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction446 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)609 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Raceland are Production (290 | 6.7%), Transportation (241 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (239 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Raceland

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Raceland
OccupationMaleFemale
Production290 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation220 (91.3%)21 (8.7%)
Material Moving155 (64.8%)84 (35.1%)
Total (Category)665 (86.4%)105 (13.6%)
Total (Overall)2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Raceland

Employment Industries in Raceland

The major employment industries in Raceland include Health Care & Social Assistance (644 | 14.9%), Public Administration (459 | 10.6%), Manufacturing (427 | 9.9%), Retail Trade (397 | 9.2%), and Educational Services (342 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Raceland

Employment Industries by Sex in Raceland

The Raceland industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (88.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Raceland
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction173 (91.0%)17 (8.9%)
Construction252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing387 (90.6%)40 (9.4%)
Wholesale Trade96 (72.7%)36 (27.3%)
Retail Trade173 (43.6%)224 (56.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing192 (79.7%)49 (20.3%)
Utilities25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information12 (38.7%)19 (61.3%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing30 (34.1%)58 (65.9%)
Professional & Scientific76 (50.7%)74 (49.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support99 (64.7%)54 (35.3%)
Educational Services71 (20.8%)271 (79.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance74 (11.5%)570 (88.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)91 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services92 (34.2%)177 (65.8%)
Public Administration178 (38.8%)281 (61.2%)
Total2,040 (47.1%)2,291 (52.9%)

Education in Raceland

School Enrollment in Raceland

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,156 students in Raceland are high school (720 | 33.4%), middle school (421 | 19.5%), and elementary school (412 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Raceland
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool723.3%
Kindergarten843.9%
Elementary School41219.1%
Middle School42119.5%
High School72033.4%
College / Undergraduate39018.1%
Graduate / Professional572.6%
Total2,156100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Raceland

Out of a total of 2,156 students who are enrolled in schools in Raceland, 345 (16.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,811 (84.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (28.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 145 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Raceland
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds32 (71.1%)13 (28.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old396 (80.0%)99 (20.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds497 (82.3%)107 (17.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds469 (85.0%)83 (15.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds90 (80.4%)22 (19.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over143 (87.2%)21 (12.8%)
Total1,811 (84.0%)345 (16.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Raceland

Business (272 | 31.7%), education (182 | 21.2%), science & technology (170 | 19.8%), arts & humanities (52 | 6.1%), and psychology (47 | 5.5%) are the most common fields of study among 858 individuals in Raceland who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Raceland
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics131.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural242.8%
Physical & Health Sciences131.5%
Psychology475.5%
Social Sciences252.9%
Engineering121.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology17019.8%
Business27231.7%
Education18221.2%
Literature & Languages131.5%
Liberal Arts & History212.5%
Visual & Performing Arts20.2%
Communications121.4%
Arts & Humanities526.1%
Total858100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Raceland

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Raceland

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Raceland are males with 2 vehicles (1,124, accounting for 57.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,238, making up 50.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Raceland
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle105 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle88 (4.5%)527 (23.4%)
2 Vehicles1,124 (57.0%)1,238 (55.1%)
3 Vehicles534 (27.1%)433 (19.3%)
4 Vehicles41 (2.1%)16 (0.7%)
5 or more Vehicles81 (4.1%)34 (1.5%)
Total1,973 (100.0%)2,248 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Raceland

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Raceland are 30 to 34 minutes (665 commuters, 16.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (440 commuters, 10.9%), and 15 to 19 minutes (430 commuters, 10.7%).
Commute Time in Raceland
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2095.2%
5 to 9 Minutes3829.5%
10 to 14 Minutes3769.3%
15 to 19 Minutes43010.7%
20 to 24 Minutes44010.9%
25 to 29 Minutes3739.2%
30 to 34 Minutes66516.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1443.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1784.4%
45 to 59 Minutes3468.6%
60 to 89 Minutes2796.9%
90 or more Minutes2115.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Raceland

The most common commute times in Raceland are 30 to 34 minutes (465 commuters, 23.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (330 commuters, 16.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Raceland
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes98 (5.0%)111 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes52 (2.6%)330 (16.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes176 (8.9%)200 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes235 (11.9%)195 (9.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes220 (11.1%)220 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes75 (3.8%)298 (14.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes465 (23.5%)200 (9.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes74 (3.7%)70 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes136 (6.9%)42 (2.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes179 (9.0%)167 (8.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes119 (6.0%)160 (7.8%)
90 or more Minutes148 (7.5%)63 (3.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Raceland

The most frequent times of departure to work in Raceland are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (318, 16.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (334, 16.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Raceland
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM151 (7.6%)99 (4.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM272 (13.8%)236 (11.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM228 (11.5%)132 (6.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM318 (16.1%)125 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM212 (10.7%)280 (13.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM279 (14.1%)334 (16.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM215 (10.9%)328 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM28 (1.4%)147 (7.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM57 (2.9%)27 (1.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (0.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM44 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM99 (5.0%)276 (13.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM73 (3.7%)59 (2.9%)
Total1,977 (100.0%)2,056 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Raceland

Occupancy by Ownership in Raceland

Of the total 4,280 dwellings in Raceland, owner-occupied units account for 3,393 (79.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 887 (20.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Raceland
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,39379.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units88720.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,280100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Raceland

Occupancy by Household Size in Raceland
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,11726.1%
2-Person Household1,52835.7%
3-Person Household69116.1%
4+ Person Household94422.1%
Total Housing Units4,280100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Raceland

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Raceland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household673 (60.3%)444 (39.8%)
2-Person Household1,514 (99.1%)14 (0.9%)
3-Person Household561 (81.2%)130 (18.8%)
4+ Person Household645 (68.3%)299 (31.7%)
Total Housing Units3,393 (79.3%)887 (20.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Raceland

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Raceland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School744 (68.4%)344 (31.6%)
High School Diploma1,326 (82.6%)280 (17.4%)
College/Associate Degree764 (78.9%)204 (21.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher559 (90.4%)59 (9.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Raceland

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Raceland
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years52112.2%
35 to 44 Years71416.7%
45 to 54 Years57513.4%
55 to 64 Years1,39732.6%
65 to 74 Years55312.9%
75 to 84 Years3528.2%
85 Years and Over1683.9%
Total4,280100.0%

Housing Finances in Raceland

Median Income by Occupancy in Raceland

Median Income by Occupancy in Raceland
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,393 (79.3%)$60,625
Renter-Occupied887 (20.7%)$16,073
Average4,280 (100.0%)$47,371

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Raceland

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Raceland
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00073 (2.1%)108 (12.2%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (0.3%)29 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999328 (9.7%)258 (29.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99976 (2.2%)121 (13.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99975 (2.2%)27 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999449 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999560 (16.5%)78 (8.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999372 (11.0%)50 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999548 (16.2%)84 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999643 (19.0%)45 (5.1%)
$150,000 or more259 (7.6%)87 (9.8%)
Total3,393 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Raceland

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Raceland
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300957 (28.2%)63 (7.1%)
$300 to $499649 (19.1%)43 (4.9%)
$500 to $799411 (12.1%)295 (33.3%)
$800 to $999182 (5.4%)70 (7.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499663 (19.5%)213 (24.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999496 (14.6%)23 (2.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4999 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more26 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,393 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Raceland

Housing Structures in Raceland

Housing Structures in Raceland
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,99770.0%
Single Unit, Attached2956.9%
2 Unit Apartments952.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments501.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments120.3%
Mobile Home / Other83119.4%
Total4,280100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Raceland

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Raceland
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,709 (90.4%)288 (9.6%)
Single Unit, Attached18 (6.1%)277 (93.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)95 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other666 (80.1%)165 (19.9%)
Total3,393 (79.3%)887 (20.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Raceland

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Raceland
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room24 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms76 (2.2%)106 (11.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,610 (47.4%)232 (26.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,163 (34.3%)480 (54.1%)
8 or more Rooms520 (15.3%)69 (7.8%)
Total3,393 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Raceland

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Raceland
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,519 (44.8%)195 (22.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,832 (54.0%)692 (78.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels14 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used14 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,393 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Raceland

Household Vehicle Usage in Raceland
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle115 (3.4%)423 (47.7%)
1 Vehicle927 (27.3%)274 (30.9%)
2 Vehicles1,639 (48.3%)134 (15.1%)
3 or more Vehicles712 (21.0%)56 (6.3%)
Total3,393 (100.0%)887 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Raceland

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Raceland

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,9591,434
Median Property Value$110,400$172,400
Median Household Income$40,876$204
Monthly Housing Costs$305$16
Real Estate Taxes$488$338

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Raceland

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Raceland
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000678 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999233 (11.9%)99 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999933 (47.6%)1,210 (84.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99989 (4.5%)80 (5.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99926 (1.3%)12 (0.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)16 (1.1%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (1.2%)
Total1,959 (100.0%)1,434 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Raceland

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Raceland
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00048 (2.5%)21 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999409 (20.9%)35 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999262 (13.4%)70 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999460 (23.5%)187 (13.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999162 (8.3%)100 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999328 (16.7%)210 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999235 (12.0%)220 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more55 (2.8%)408 (28.4%)
Total1,959 (100.0%)1,434 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Raceland

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Raceland
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x985 (50.3%)93,780 (6,539.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x377 (19.2%)632 (44.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x150 (7.7%)337 (23.5%)
4.0x or more441 (22.5%)161 (11.2%)
Total1,959 (100.0%)1,434 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Raceland

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Raceland
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800647 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49947 (2.4%)541 (37.7%)
$800 to $1,499250 (12.8%)444 (31.0%)
Total1,959 (100.0%)1,434 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Raceland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raceland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raceland
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years707 (98.3%)12 (1.7%)
6 to 18 Years1,772 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years698 (97.6%)17 (2.4%)
26 to 34 Years825 (94.9%)44 (5.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,186 (77.2%)351 (22.8%)
45 to 54 Years1,526 (92.4%)126 (7.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,000 (94.3%)120 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years921 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older727 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,362 (93.9%)670 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Raceland

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Raceland
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born707 (98.3%)12 (1.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,772 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen698 (97.6%)17 (2.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Raceland

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Raceland
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,882 (94.2%)116 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,797 (95.0%)146 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,240 (95.8%)54 (4.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,555 (96.9%)50 (3.1%)
$100,000 and over2,878 (90.5%)303 (9.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raceland

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raceland
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6413 (57.4%)305 (42.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,152 (65.0%)699 (39.5%)
19 to 25 Years380 (53.1%)395 (55.2%)
25 to 34 Years229 (26.4%)625 (71.9%)
35 to 44 Years309 (20.1%)889 (57.8%)
45 to 54 Years822 (49.8%)761 (46.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,112 (52.4%)1,012 (47.7%)
65 to 74 Years870 (94.5%)570 (61.9%)
75 Years and over727 (100.0%)422 (58.1%)
Total6,014 (54.5%)5,678 (51.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Raceland

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Raceland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years84 (8.5%)124 (15.1%)
18 to 34 Years92 (12.8%)85 (8.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,039 (38.6%)596 (22.8%)
65 to 74 Years161 (36.3%)109 (22.9%)
75 Years and over209 (73.6%)277 (62.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Raceland

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Raceland: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years369 (13.7%)42 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years34 (7.7%)34 (7.1%)
75 Years and over101 (35.6%)133 (30.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Raceland: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years70 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years39 (5.4%)11 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years185 (6.9%)134 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (1.3%)81 (17.0%)
75 Years and over81 (28.5%)23 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Raceland: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years84 (8.5%)124 (15.1%)
18 to 34 Years53 (7.4%)14 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years104 (3.9%)171 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (5.0%)
75 Years and over116 (40.8%)64 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Raceland: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years677 (25.2%)423 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years110 (24.8%)22 (4.6%)
75 Years and over179 (63.0%)221 (49.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Raceland: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.8%)33 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years48 (1.8%)15 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years54 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over84 (29.6%)26 (5.9%)

Technology Access in Raceland

Computing Device Access in Raceland

Computing Device Access in Raceland
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,81565.8%
Smartphone3,26076.2%
Tablet2,23152.1%
No Computing Device72216.9%
Total4,280100.0%

Internet Access in Raceland

Internet Access in Raceland
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet140.3%
Broadband Home2,94368.8%
Cellular Data Only3418.0%
Satellite Internet2285.3%
No Internet83619.5%
Total4,280100.0%

Raceland Summary

Raceland is a small town located in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of Bayou Lafourche, approximately 20 miles south of Thibodaux and 25 miles northwest of Houma. The town has a population of approximately 5,000 people and is part of the Houma-Thibodaux Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Raceland was founded in 1883 by the Raceland Land and Improvement Company. The company was formed by a group of investors from New Orleans who purchased the land from the local Native American tribes. The town was named after the racetrack that was built in the area. The racetrack was used for horse racing and other events.
In the early 1900s, Raceland was a thriving community with a variety of businesses, including a sawmill, a cotton gin, a grist mill, and a brickyard. The town also had a hotel, a bank, and a post office.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the local economy shifted away from agriculture and towards oil and gas production. The decline continued into the 1970s, when the town was hit hard by the oil crisis.

Geography

Raceland is located in the southeastern part of Louisiana, in Lafourche Parish. It is situated on the banks of Bayou Lafourche, approximately 20 miles south of Thibodaux and 25 miles northwest of Houma. The town is located at an elevation of 8 feet above sea level.
The climate in Raceland is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 62 inches.

Economy

Raceland’s economy is largely based on oil and gas production, as well as agriculture. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, including Chevron, Shell, and ExxonMobil. The town also has a number of agricultural businesses, including sugar cane and crawfish farms.
In addition, Raceland is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town also has a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a plastics plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Raceland had a population of 5,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000.
Raceland is served by the Lafourche Parish School District. The town has two public schools, Raceland Elementary School and Raceland Middle School. The town also has a number of private schools, including St. Mary’s Catholic School and Raceland Christian Academy.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Raceland?
Total Population of Raceland is 11,094.
What is the Total Male Population of Raceland?
Total Male Population of Raceland is 5,455.
What is the Total Female Population of Raceland?
Total Female Population of Raceland is 5,639.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Raceland?
There are 96.74 Males per 100 Females in Raceland.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Raceland?
There are 103.37 Females per 100 Males in Raceland.
What is the Median Population Age in Raceland?
Median Population Age in Raceland is 44.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Raceland
Average Family Size in Raceland is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Raceland
Average Household Size in Raceland is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Raceland?
Per Capita income in Raceland is $27,487.
What is the Median Family Income in Raceland?
Median Family Income in Raceland is $67,500.
What is the Median Household income in Raceland?
Median Household Income in Raceland is $47,371.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Raceland?
Income or Wage Gap in Raceland is 52.9%.
Women in Raceland earn 47.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Raceland?
Inequality or Gini Index in Raceland is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Raceland?
There are 4,843 People in the Labor Forcein in Raceland.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Raceland?
53.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Raceland.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Raceland?
Unemployment Rate in Raceland is 10.6%.