Albany town, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Albany town, Louisiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Albany town, Louisiana has a total population of 969, the 276th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $55,000, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Albany town Quick Facts

Population 969

Median Household Income $55,000

Median Home Value $207,100

Poverty Rate 7.4%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 33.4 years

Homeownership Rate 57.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 89.8%

Diversity Index 1/100

Population 969 276th of 487

Median Income $55,000 average

Poverty Rate 7.4% 40% lower national

Median Home Value $207,100 top 30%

How Albany town Compares

Median Household Income

Albany town

$55,000

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Albany town

$207,100

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.8%

$25K-$50K 29.4%

$50K-$100K 32.7%

$100K+ 18.1%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

48.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.1%

Renter 42.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.4%

18-34

24.5%

35-54

18.1%

55-74

23.3%

75+

6.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Albany town Rankings in Louisiana

#276 Population of 487

#186 Median Income of 487

#165 Education of 487

#102 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Albany town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Grand Coteau town	948	$48,036	$87,400	13.2%	37.0%
Kraemer CDP	969	$66,250	$148,900	4.2%	8.9%
Fordoche town	1,010	$62,788	$199,700	8.8%	15.3%
Morse village	1,039	$50,417	$78,100	5.5%	22.0%
Hessmer village	904	$50,179	$160,600	10.7%	29.2%

Population Overview

Albany town is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 969. It ranks as the 276th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Albany town is 33.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Albany town is $55,000. This is 8% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $207,100. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 57.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Albany town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (99.7% vs 56.2%). The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 30.8%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower 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 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Albany 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 Albany town, Louisiana?

Albany town, Louisiana has a population of 969 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Albany town, LA?

The median household income in Albany town is $55,000, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Albany town, LA?

The poverty rate in Albany town is 7.4%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Albany town, Louisiana?

Albany town's population is 99.7% White, 0.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Albany town, LA?

The median home value in Albany town is $207,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Albany town, Louisiana?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Albany town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.