In recent decades, Prairieville has benefited from migration out of Baton Rouge, with new residents particularly drawn to the area by its high-performing public schools and low crime rate.

Prairieville's population is bigger than the parish's two largest incorporated cities, Donaldsonville (6,695) and Gonzales (12,231) combined.

Prairieville is vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical systems due to its proximity to the coast of southeast Louisiana.

The 40-acre (160,000 m2) tract of land (including the house) has been made into a cemetery now called Oak Lane Memorial Park.

It has remained the number one Middle school in the parish for its outstanding students and excellent grades.