Living in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana

St. Martin Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 53,835, part of the Lafayette, LA MSA metro area. The main communities are Breaux Bridge, St. Martinville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $658/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $158K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

St. Martin Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.