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Gonzales

The population was 8,156 at the 2000 census. It has been called the "jambalaya capital of the world" and is famous for its annual Jambalaya Festival.

Welcome to Gonzales

Gonzales is a city in Ascension ParishLouisianaUnited States. The population was 8,156 at the 2000 census. It has been called the "jambalaya capital of the world" and is famous for its annual Jambalaya Festival. Gonzales is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Overview for Gonzales, LA

12,080 people live in Gonzales, where the median age is 39.4 and the average individual income is $30,068. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,080

Total Population

39.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$30,068

Average individual Income

Around Gonzales, LA

There's plenty to do around Gonzales, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

37
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
39
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Horn of Plenty Health Food, Leblanc's Cajun Boudin & Food Co, and Cajun Catch Seafood Market & Deli.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 1.71 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.09 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.47 miles 14 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.06 miles 18 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.25 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 2.93 miles 27 reviews 4.7/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Gonzales, LA

Gonzales has 5,083 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Gonzales do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 12,080 people call Gonzales home. The population density is 1,321.43 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,080

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.4

Median Age

46.69 / 53.31%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
5,083

Total Households

2.33

Average Household Size

$30,068

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Gonzales, LA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Gonzales. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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