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New Iberia Area Facts

  • New Iberia has a Livability Score of 73/100, which is considered excellent
  • New Iberia crime rates are 47% higher than the Louisiana average
  • Cost of living in New Iberia is 4% lower than the Louisiana average
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New Iberia: The Queen City of the Bayou Teche User Rating 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) New Iberia, Louisiana is a place that I am proud to call my home. Known as the Queen City of the Bayou Teche, everything that a person needs to call place home is here. Beautiful weather, neighbors that are friendly, a fantastic school system, and recreational opportunities that ...Read More seem to be endless are all waiting for you here in my town.

If living in Bew Iberia, Louisiana you will see that the local history is based on the life of the Cajun country. This influences everything, right down to the cuisine that is to be found. For the best seafood experience in town, I suggest dining at Boiling Point which is located on highway 90 West.

Whether just visiting or making plans to make this you home, the best areas in New Iberia, Louisiana is basically any area that you explore. There is truly something here for everyone from low country boils in the local seafood restaurants to casinos like the Cypress Bayou Casino, there is enjoyment to be had by all. Read Less
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      C Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in New Iberia? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Church Alley Pocket Park
      Bouligny Plaza
      George Rodrique Park
      Bunk Johnson Park
      New Iberia City Park
      Dale St. Park
      Lasalle Park
      Cherokee Park

      Entertainment

      Essanee Theater
      Sliman Theater
      Bayou Teche Museum
      Shadows of the Teche
      Rice Mill, Conrad & Konriki
      Grand 10

      Food & Drink

      Bourbon Hall
      Guidry's Cake Shop
      Pelican's
      Meche's Donuts
      Church's Chicken
      Subway
      Donuts
      McDonald's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in New Iberia? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in New Iberia.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      8% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in New Iberia? The cost of living in New Iberia is 89/100 - which is 4% lower than Louisiana.
      New Iberia
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      Louisiana
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in New Iberia? New Iberia crime rates are 4,135, which are 47% higher than Louisiana
      Total Crime
      4,135 per 100k people

      95% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 25  

      95% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      9%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in New Iberia? The median income in New Iberia is $64,812 which is 4% lower than Louisiana.
      Median household income
      $64,81220% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $39,01013% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      7%

      33% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is New Iberia a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Iberia Medical Center
      Iberia Medical Center - North Campus

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Iberia Pediatrics

      A+ Housing

      What are New Iberia home prices? New Iberia home prices are $210,014 - which is 22% lower than Louisiana
      Median home value
      $210,01436% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,20517% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      53%

      17% lower than the US average

      B Schools

      Does New Iberia have good schools? The New Iberia graduation rate is 69% - which is 12% lower than Louisiana
      High school grad. rates
      69%

      16% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      75%

      57% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      14:1

      12% lower than the US average

      C User Ratings

      Is New Iberia a good place to live? New Iberia has an overall rating of 63% from 2 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      63%

      2 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      22%

      1 total surveys

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