What are the schools like in Lawtell, LA?

Lawtell is served primarily by St. Landry Parish. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 9 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1.

What is the median household income in Lawtell?

The median household income in Lawtell, LA is $45,855 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.6%.

Lawtell, LA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Lawtell, LA?

Lawtell has a violent crime rate of 433.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1704.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Lawtell, LA?

Lawtell has an average high temperature of 63.5°F in January and 91.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.8 inches.

Is Lawtell, LA a Good Place to Live?

Lawtell is a small town of 997 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $45,855 and a 12.6% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Lawtell stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lawtell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lawtell city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Lawtell metro area.

Metric	Lawtell, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$45,855	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Lawtell's violent crime rate is 433.5 per 100,000 residents — 14% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

433.5 /100k

Property Crime

1704.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lawtell is served primarily by St. Landry Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lawtell, LA	National Avg
School District	St. Landry Parish	—
Elementary Schools	16	—
Middle Schools	9	—
High Schools	9	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lawtell sees average highs of 63.5°F in January and 91.6°F in July, with 64.8 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Lawtell, LA
Average High — January	63.5°F
Average High — July	91.6°F
Annual Precipitation	64.8"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Lawtell, LA	National Avg
Population	997	—
Median Age	56.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	56.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	43.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.2%	22.2%
65 and over	40.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Opelousas, LA 6 mi Church Point, LA 8 mi Chataignier, LA 9 mi Washington, LA 10 mi Sunset, LA 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Lawtell

Lawtell, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

70550

Lawtell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawtell, LA affordable or expensive?

Lawtell has a median home value of N/A and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $45,855.

What is the crime rate in Lawtell, LA?

Lawtell's violent crime rate is 433.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1704.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lawtell?

Public schools in Lawtell are operated by St. Landry Parish. The district has 16 elementary, 9 middle, and 9 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1. 4.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lawtell, LA a good place to live?

Lawtell, LA has a population of 997, a median household income of $45,855, and an unemployment rate of 12.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lawtell?

Lawtell averages 63.5°F in January and 91.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 64.8 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lawtell?

Lawtell, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 70550.

What is the population of Lawtell?

The population of Lawtell, Louisiana is 997 with a median age of 56.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lawtell?

Key numbers for living in Lawtell: median home N/A, median household income $45,855, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lawtell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.