Assumption County Public RecordsLouisiana

As of 2022, Assumption Parish, Louisiana, has a population of approximately 21,160. The age distribution features a median age of 39.5 years, with 21% under 18 and 17% aged 65 or older. The gender split is about 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the population is roughly 65% White, 28% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% other or mixed races, reflecting the parish’s rich cultural diversity.

Assumption Parish, LA, has around 13,000 registered voters as of 2024. Residents vote in federal, state, and local elections, including parish council and sheriff races. In the 2020 presidential election, 65% voted Republican, 34% Democrat. There are 22 polling locations across 8 wards, managed by the Assumption Parish Clerk of Court. Key issues include flood control and infrastructure. The parish leans Democratic in registration (about 55% Democrat, 25% Republican, 20% other), but often votes Republican. Major parties are Democratic and Republican; elections are overseen by the Assumption Parish Registrar of Voters.

Assumption Parish, Louisiana, hosts around 10 public schools, including Assumption High School. About 74.3% of adults have a high school diploma and only 10.3% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average public school student-teacher ratio is 16:1, with school safety rates above the state average. Graduation rates hover near 84%. Educational programs emphasize career and technical education, and adult education is accessible via local initiatives. School performance scores average around 67 (out of 150), presenting opportunities for academic improvement.

As of 2022, Assumption Parish, LA, had an employment rate of approximately 54%. Key industries include manufacturing (18%), health care and social assistance (14%), and agriculture (11%). Major occupation types are production (22%), office and administrative support (14%), and construction (13%). Around 79% of employed residents commute outside the parish for work, with most commuting to nearby parishes like Lafourche and Ascension. The average commute time is about 30 minutes, reflecting the parish’s rural nature and reliance on neighboring regions for employment opportunities.

Assumption Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of around 81%, with the median home value at about $134,000 in 2023. The typical monthly rent is close to $800. Dominated by single-family homes, the housing stock includes older residences and some newer builds, especially in neighborhoods like Napoleonville and Paincourtville. Property values have increased approximately 4% annually over the past three years. Parish property tax rates are relatively low, averaging 0.30% of assessed value, making housing more affordable than state and national averages.

Assumption Parish, Louisiana, maintains a moderate crime rate compared to statewide averages. According to 2022 FBI data, the violent crime rate is approximately 4.1 per 1,000 residents, while property crime is about 14.5 per 1,000. Law enforcement agencies, including the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office, consistently report and monitor incidents to ensure community safety. While property crimes such as theft and burglary are more prevalent than violent offenses, community policing efforts and public awareness initiatives contribute to ongoing crime reduction and safety improvements.