With about 12,748 residents, Gonzales is one of Louisiana's notable places. Gonzales was founded in 1855 and sits in Ascension Parish. The median age is 41.2 and the median household income is $66,152. Homes carry a median value of $212,800, and about 69% of residents own where they live. Black residents make up the largest share of the population (44.3%). Around 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 25 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Gonzales — frequently asked
What is the population of Gonzales, Louisiana?
Gonzales has a population of about 12,748, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Gonzales?
The median home value in Gonzales is $212,800, and the median gross rent is $1,550/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Gonzales safe? What is the crime rate?
Gonzales Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 676 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Gonzales face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Ascension County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, lightning, tornado.
How many schools are in Gonzales?
Gonzales has 8 public schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Gonzales?
Public registry data lists 3 registered sex offenders in or near Gonzales. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.