Home of Hurst Education Center, this community center of the Cajun culture in Louisiana is the proud neighbor of Scott, Carencro, Youngsville, Maurice, Broussard, and Breaux Bridge. Born in the 19th century, this land reporting a population density of more than 2310 people per square mile has a median household income of almost $36000 and a per capita income of $21000. Served by Lafayette City Police and University Police, this corner of America has several media sources such as The Times of Acadiana, The Advocate, and The Independent Weekly.