As of 2012, Lafayette Metro Area's population is 273,738 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 14.60 percent. --------------------The median home cost in Lafayette Metro Area is $130,800. Home appreciation the last year has been 2.64 percent. --------------------Compared to the rest of the country, Lafayette Metro Area's cost of living is 9.60% Lower than the U.S. average. --------------------Lafayette Metro Area public schools spend $4,797 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $5,691. There are about 15.6 students per teacher in Lafayette Metro Area. --------------------The unemployment rate in Lafayette Metro Area is 4.90 percent(U.S. avg. is 8.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Lafayette Metro Area jobs have Increased by 0.48 percent.
Ranked #44 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
Ranked #70 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
Ranked #297 2005 Best Places to Live
Ranked #312 Best Green Cities
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 | Average Commute time is 25 minutes. The National Average is 28 minutes. --------------------Lafayette Metro Area's Real Estate Market (click to see properties)
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• Homes from $750,001 to $1,000,000
• Homes from $500,001 to $750,000
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