Investor-grade market analytics for Opelousas, Louisiana. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$139,489
-0.7% year-over-year
8.8%
gross annual
-0.7%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
-0.7% year-over-year
50/100
ModerateNet migration: Bottom 27% nationally
In-migrants avg $42,421 AGI vs out-migrants $48,522
Opportunity Zone Market
3 ZIP codes in Opelousas are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Opelousas, LA is experiencing a correction with -0.7% year-over-year decline, signaling a buyer's market with softening demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.06x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk is moderate (50/100) with manageable exposure. Rental yield of 8.85% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Opelousas, LA's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (70/100). The composite climate risk score of 50/100 (Moderate) indicates overall risk with manageable exposure that should be factored into investment analysis. Buyers should consider climate-related insurance costs and potential future regulatory changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.