Abita Springs town, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Abita Springs town, Louisiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Abita Springs town, Louisiana has a total population of 2,669, the 160th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $72,411, which is 21% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Key Takeaways

48.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Abita Springs town Quick Facts

Population 2,669

Median Household Income $72,411

Median Home Value $258,800

Poverty Rate 8.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 89.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 48.3%

High School Graduation Rate 98.1%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 2,669 160th of 487

Median Income $72,411 top 30%

Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $258,800 top 20%

How Abita Springs town Compares

Median Household Income

Abita Springs town

$72,411

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Abita Springs town

$258,800

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.9%

$25K-$50K 16.2%

$50K-$100K 34.3%

$100K+ 35.7%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

60.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.5%

Renter 10.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

24.3%

55-74

26.8%

75+

8.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Abita Springs town Rankings in Louisiana

#160 Population of 487

#90 Median Income of 487

#10 Education of 487

#45 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Abita Springs town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Erwinville CDP	2,575	N/A	$183,400	12.7%	58.1%
Norco CDP	2,858	$69,833	$230,600	19.7%	16.3%
Pearl River town	2,614	$60,521	$229,200	20.2%	15.7%
Gramercy town	2,876	$66,475	$211,900	17.3%	12.1%
Lafourche Crossing CDP	2,439	$78,173	$257,600	28.4%	26.8%

Population Overview

Abita Springs town is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 2,669. It ranks as the 160th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Abita Springs town is 42.1 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Abita Springs town is $72,411. This is 21% higher than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 54% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $258,800. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 89.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Abita Springs town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.4%. The Black or African American population (11.4%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

48.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Abita Springs town in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 82% higher than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Abita Springs town, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 487 Census-designated places in Louisiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Abita Springs town, Louisiana?

Abita Springs town, Louisiana has a population of 2,669 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Abita Springs town, LA?

The median household income in Abita Springs town is $72,411, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Abita Springs town, LA?

The poverty rate in Abita Springs town is 8.7%. This means approximately 231 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Abita Springs town, Louisiana?

Abita Springs town's population is 79.7% White, 11.4% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Abita Springs town, LA?

The median home value in Abita Springs town is $258,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Abita Springs town, Louisiana?

48.3% of adults (25+) in Abita Springs town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.