Crawfish farms and grasslands paint the landscape surrounding Eunice, a Louisiana city 40 miles from Lafayette. Tourism is a big draw in the “prairie Cajun capital” of Louisiana, where the Cajun Music Hall of Fame and Museum sets the tone with artifacts and memorabilia dedicated to the sounds that shaped the region. For locals, a sluggish job market has driven down the population. The city’s remaining 9,000 residents benefit from a hearty dose of Cajun culture and wallet-friendly home prices.
The Cajun Music Hall of Fame celebrates the rich Cajun music heritage of Louisiana.in Eunice.
Local farms in Eunice provide crawfish for festivals, restaurants, and seafood markets.
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Cajun culture in a small city
Locals are invited to tune up for Saturday morning jam sessions at Savoy’s Music Center, a tradition that’s kicked off weekends in Eunice for over 40 years. Regional culture thrives at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center and the Eunice Depot Museum, which hosts gatherings encouraging residents to keep the French language alive. Professional and amateur chefs vie for the crown in the World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-off, held in March. The biggest annual event is the Cajun Mardi Gras Festival, a five-day celebration highlighted by street dancing, live music, cultural demonstrations and Cajun cuisine. For years, the Liberty Theatre hosted a live radio and TV show on Saturday nights, but the landmark space is currently undergoing extensive renovations slated for completion sometime in 2025.
The Eunice Depot Museum celebrates the city’s rich railroad history and cultural heritage.
Savoy Music Center is located in Eunice, Louisiana, a hub for Cajun music.
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Home prices less than half the national median
Buyers can expect to pay significantly less for a home in Eunice than they might in other parts of Louisiana. The median home price is about $140,000, below the state median and less than half the median price for the U.S. Some small fixer-uppers cost $50,000 to $100,000. Most starter homes sell for $120,000 to $200,000, and large builds in upscale neighborhoods are priced in the $400,000 to $500,000 range.
Many historic homes in Eunice offer renovation potential.
Grand homes in Eunice showcase traditional French Creole architecture.
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Gumbo and crawfish set the dining scene
Eunice’s downtown is a pocket of streets lined with brick buildings and magnolia trees. Cafés and small specialty shops peek out between the theaters and cultural centers. Restaurants keep the Cajun vibe humming with po’boys, gumbo and boiled crawfish. Department stores, discount retailers and fast-food chains gather alongside U.S. Route 190 on the western edge of town.
DC's Sportsbar and. Steakhouse in Eunice is known for its tender steaks and hearty portions.
Downtown Eunice features several family-owned restaurants with Southern charm like The New Ronnie's.
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Full STEAM ahead at LSUE
Depending on their address, students might attend schools in the Acadia Parish Public Schools district, which earns a Niche grade of B, or the C-plus-rated St. Landry Parish Public Schools district. In 2024, Louisiana State University Eunice (LSUE) received over $3 million in federal funding for a STEAM Innovation Center. The new addition to campus will allow for in-depth study of agriculture and the STEM sciences and help support the local workforce.
LSU offers a satellite campus in Eunice, LSU Eunice, providing higher education opportunities.
Eunice Elementary has a reputation for fostering a positive learning environment.
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Jobs in agriculture and the oil industry
The city’s agricultural industry centers around crawfish production and rice farms. Nearby oil fields boost the economy by creating jobs in drilling and equipment manufacturing. Acadian Medical Center provides hundreds of health care jobs, and a roster of events and celebrations keeps the tourism and hospitality trades alive.
U.S. Route 190 and Louisiana Highway 13 intersect near Eunice’s center. The closest major city, Lafayette Regional Airport, is about 40 miles away.
Grand slams at the Eunice Rec Complex
Sports complexes and playgrounds are centerpieces of the city’s park system. The Eunice Rec Complex hosts numerous softball and baseball tournaments. At Eunice City Lake, anglers can cast lines for bass and catfish and gather for picnics on the shore. Eunice Country Club offers a semi-private 9-hole golf course and putting green.
Eunice City Lake is located just outside the city, offering a peaceful retreat.
The Eunice Country Club is located just outside the city, offering a serene golf course.
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Environmental concerns and crime risk
Residents face hot and humid weather in summer, though winters are typically mild. Recent crime statistics for Eunice are not readily available.
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