Lafourche Parish is located in the state of Louisiana. With an area of 1472 square miles, Lafourche Parish is one of the largest counties in the state, while in population it is near the top with 8,997 residents. Lafourche Parish's population density of suburban makes it one of the most heavily populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Thibodaux, with a population of 39,805.

Lafourche Parish is one of the more wealthy regions in the state. The median income for Lafourche Parish residents is $34,251, putting the area in in the top half of all counties in Louisiana. In keeping with this, the average house price in Lafourche Parish is $71,694, slightly above the state average of $81,267.    Continued below...