Moving to Galliano, Louisiana

Galliano, Louisiana is located in Lafourche Parish on the Gulf of Mexico. It is situated on a narrow strip of land between the Gulf and Bayou Lafourche, with a population of around 7,000 people. Galliano has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

The area has been inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years. In the 1700s French settlers arrived in the area and established a settlement called “Galliano” that was named after a Spanish soldier who fought in the area during the American Revolution. The settlement grew and eventually became an incorporated town in 1873.

Politically, Galliano is part of Louisiana’s 6th congressional district and is represented by Republican Steve Scalise in Washington D.C.. The town is governed by a mayor-council form of government with five members elected to serve on the city council.

The economy of Galliano relies primarily on fishing, agriculture, oil and tourism, with many residents employed in these industries. There are also several small businesses located within the town limits such as restaurants and retail stores that provide employment opportunities for local residents.

Galliano is served by two public schools: South Lafourche High School and South Lafourche Elementary School as well as numerous private schools within the parish boundaries such as Central Catholic High School and Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic School.

There are several landmarks located throughout Galliano including: The Veterans Memorial Park which honors veterans from all wars; The Old Spanish Trail which runs through town; The Indian Mound Park which was built to commemorate native Americans; And The South Lafourche Museum which showcases artifacts from local history including photographs, paintings, documents and more dating back to 1758 when French settlers first arrived in Louisiana

Population: 7,356
Males: 3,662 (49.8%), Females: 3,694 (50.2%)

Zip code: 70354

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.6 years
Median household income: $31,419
Median house value: $71,000

Population by Race

Races in Galliano:

• White Non-Hispanic (91.4%)
• American Indian (5.3%)
• Hispanic (1.7%)
• Two or more races (1.1%)
• Black (0.7%)
• Vietnamese (0.7%)
• Other race (0.6%)

Ancestries: French (20.9%), French Canadian (18.5%), United States (14.9%), German (3.6%), Italian (3.6%), Irish (2.4%).

Elevation: 4 feet

Land area: 11.0 square miles

Population by Education

Galliano, Louisiana is a small town located in Lafourche Parish, just south of New Orleans. According to the United States Census Bureau, the population was 2,569 in 2018. The population of Galliano is mostly white and of French Creole descent. Most residents are Roman Catholic, and the majority speak English with some French influence. The median age of people in Galliano is 44 years old. The average household size is 2.6 persons, and the median income per household is $42,822 per year. Education levels vary widely among residents; however, many people have a high school diploma or equivalent and many also have higher education degrees such as college or technical diplomas.

The economy in Galliano revolves mainly around fishing and agriculture. It has been home to numerous seafood processing plants for decades which employ many local residents as well as those from other parts of Louisiana and beyond. Tourism has become increasingly important to the local economy due to its proximity to New Orleans and other attractions such as Grand Isle State Park and Fourchon Beach which are popular destinations for visitors from around the world. There are also several restaurants that cater to tourists’ needs offering both local delicacies as well as more traditional American food items such as burgers and fries. In addition, there are numerous small businesses that offer a variety of services including retail stores, hair salons, auto shops, legal services, medical offices, banks and more. These businesses provide employment opportunities for locals while also helping to bring additional revenue into the community through taxes paid by those who shop or use services at these establishments.

For population 25 years and over in Galliano

• High school or higher: 61.3%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 6.4%
• Graduate or professional degree: 1.7%
• Unemployed: 7.4%
• Mean travel time to work: 30.1 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Galliano CDP

• Never married: 20.9%
• Now married: 63.4%
• Separated: 0.7%
• Widowed: 7.3%
• Divorced: 7.7%

1.3% Foreign born

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Galliano:

• LADY OF THE SEA GENERAL HOSPITAL (about 6 miles; CUT OFF, LA)
• EAST JEFFERSON GENERAL HOSPITAL (about 22 miles; METAIRIE, LA)
• ST ANNE GENERAL HOSPITAL (about 28 miles; RACELAND, LA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Galliano:

• LOUIS ARMSTRONG NEW ORLEANS INTL (about 37 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: MSY)
• LAKEFRONT (about 45 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Abbreviation: NEW)
• STENNIS INTL (about 87 miles; BAY ST LOUIS, MS; Abbreviation: HSA)

Other public-use airports nearest to Galliano:

• SOUTH LAFOURCHE (about 5 miles; GALLIANO, LA; Abbreviation: L49)
• HOUMA-TERREBONNE (about 25 miles; HOUMA, LA; Abbreviation: HUM)
• CHARLIE HAMMONDS (about 29 miles; HOUMA, LA; Abbreviation: 3L1)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Galliano:

• TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA (about 37 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 10,230)
• LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS (about 37 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 4,399)
• XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA (about 38 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 3,659)
• LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY-HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER (about 39 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 2,496)
• DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 40 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 8,193)
• NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; THIBODAUX, LA; Full-time enrollment: 6,244)
• UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS (about 44 miles; NEW ORLEANS, LA; Full-time enrollment: 12,442)

Schools

Public high school in Galliano:

• SOUTH LAFOURCHE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 1,325; Location: 16911 EAST MAIN STREET; Grades: 08 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Galliano:

• GALLIANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 353; Location: 148 WEST 158TH STREET; Grades: PK – 05)