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Prairieville, LA

Prairieville is a census-designated place in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is south of Baton Rouge and north of Gonzales. 

Prairieville is an expanding bedroom suburb of Baton Rouge. Its name is derived from the once plentiful pastures and prairies that were visible from Highway 73 (Jefferson Hwy.) and Airline Highway, which is now covered with development. Prairieville started as a quiet community with few people.

In recent decades, Prairieville has benefited from migration out of Baton Rouge, with new residents particularly drawn to the area by its high-performing public schools and low crime rate. Prairieville had a 2020 census population of 33,197 inhabitants. If it was incorporated it would be the largest city in Ascension Parish. Prairieville is one of the fastest-growing areas in Louisiana. Prairieville's population is bigger than the parish's two largest incorporated cities, Donaldsonville (6,695) and Gonzales (12,231) combined.

Prairieville is vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical systems due to its proximity to the coast of southeast Louisiana. Hurricane Gustav caused major damage to the Prairieville area; many trees were downed and power lines were down for weeks.

The most notable local property was the Phillips Farm. The farmhouse is still a local landmark in Prairieville, although the original owner died in 2005. The house is lined with live oaks and a white planked fence surrounds the grounds. The pasture was sold in 1992 at the start of the suburban development and a 250-resident subdivision named "Seven Oaks" surrounds the farm where the pastures were.

In 2006, the farmhouse was sold at auction following the death of Dr. Carey A. Phillips. The 40-acre (160,000 m²) tract of land (including the house) has been made into a cemetery now called Oak Lane Memorial Park. In 2020, Bluff Middle School opened, which is now the top middle school in Ascension Parish.

Prairieville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. St. Elizabeth Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness and Snap Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. The Oak Grove Community Center & Playground serves as a gathering place for residents of all ages, offering a variety of recreational activities and facilities. Similarly, Prairieville Park & Playground offers a range of amenities including playground equipment, walking trails, and green spaces for residents to relax and unwind. Pure Barre is known for its effective barre workouts that blend ballet, Pilates, and yoga techniques. Cajun CrossFit offers intense, community-driven CrossFit workouts for all fitness levels. Orangetheory Fitness specializes in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) sessions tailored to maximize calorie burn. 

Top sites in Prairieville, LA are Houmas House Estate and Gardens, Santa Maria Golf Course, and BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center.

Population: 35,010 (2023). ZIP code: 70769. Area code: 225. Elevation: 23 feet. Area: Approximately 28 square miles.

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What are the demographics of Prairieville, LA?

Prairieville is a city located in Ascension Parish and Livingston Parish Louisiana. Prairieville has a 2024 population of 34,409. Prairieville is currently growing at a rate of 0.28% annually and its population has increased by 3.55% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 33,228 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Prairieville was White: 77.81%, Black or African American: 13.08%, Two or more races: 5.09%, Asian: 2%, Other race: 1.98%, Native American: 0.04%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

What is the crime rate in Prairieville, LA?

The crime rate in Prairieville is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Prairieville is 1 in 63. Based on FBI crime data, Prairieville is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Louisiana, Prairieville has a crime rate that is higher than 56% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Prairieville, LA expensive?

Prairieville, Louisiana's cost of living is 3% higher than the national average. Prairieville's housing expenses are 14% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 26% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 9% higher than the national average. Prairieville has grocery prices that are 0% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Prairieville is 5% lower than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

Ascension Parish

Payscale

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

Houmas House Estate and Gardens

Santa Maria Golf Course

BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

St. Elizabeth Hospital

Anytime Fitness

Snap Fitness

Oak Grove Community Center & Playground

Prairieville Park & Playground

Pure Barre

Cajun CrossFit

Orangetheory Fitness

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