Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana has a total population of 22,143, the 21st largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $73,235, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

Bayou Cane CDP Quick Facts

Population 22,143

Median Household Income $73,235

Median Home Value $195,900

Poverty Rate 18.7%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 35.3 years

Homeownership Rate 55.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.5%

High School Graduation Rate 89.3%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 22,143 21st of 487

Median Income $73,235 top 20%

Poverty Rate 18.7% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $195,900 top 30%

How Bayou Cane CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Bayou Cane CDP

$73,235

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bayou Cane CDP

$195,900

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.5%

$25K-$50K 16.8%

$50K-$100K 39.3%

$100K+ 28.4%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

69.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.8%

Renter 44.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.3%

18-34

24.1%

35-54

28.6%

55-74

17.3%

75+

4.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bayou Cane CDP Rankings in Louisiana

#21 Population of 487

#87 Median Income of 487

#175 Education of 487

#114 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Bayou Cane CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chalmette CDP	22,447	$56,875	$203,800	14.7%	24.5%
Sulphur city	21,004	$58,044	$175,200	16.4%	17.2%
Zachary city	19,637	$90,507	$258,000	38.5%	7.4%
Harvey CDP	21,710	$43,524	$189,700	18.7%	27.3%
Terrytown CDP	25,844	$56,944	$212,000	25.5%	18.5%

Population Overview

Bayou Cane CDP is a small city located in Louisiana. The total population is 22,143. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bayou Cane CDP is 35.3 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bayou Cane CDP is $73,235. This is 22% higher than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.7%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $195,900. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $208,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Bayou Cane CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bayou Cane CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.8%.

Education

18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 89.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bayou Cane CDP, 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 Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana?

Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana has a population of 22,143 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bayou Cane CDP, LA?

The median household income in Bayou Cane CDP is $73,235, which is 7% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bayou Cane CDP, LA?

The poverty rate in Bayou Cane CDP is 18.7%. This means approximately 4,069 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana?

Bayou Cane CDP's population is 59.6% White, 19.8% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bayou Cane CDP, LA?

The median home value in Bayou Cane CDP is $195,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Bayou Cane CDP, Louisiana?

18.5% of adults (25+) in Bayou Cane CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.