Bayou Goula, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bayou Goula, Louisiana had a total population of 208, the 436th largest community in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 33.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Bayou Goula Quick Facts
How Bayou Goula Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 342 | 208 | -39.2% |
How Bayou Goula Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bayou Goula Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Iberville Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Gabriel | 6,639 | $74,688 | 17.6% | $239,200 |
| Plaquemine | 6,075 | $69,366 | 12.7% | $176,300 |
| White Castle | 2,237 | $18,750 | 60.4% | $87,700 |
| Rosedale | 1,034 | N/A | 10.2% | $123,000 |
| Maringouin | 752 | $33,750 | 29.5% | N/A |
| Crescent | 376 | $83,056 | 1.3% | $215,200 |
| Dorseyville | 307 | $155,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Grosse Tete | 293 | $56,587 | 11.9% | $160,900 |
Cities Similar to Bayou Goula
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fenton | 207 | $22,438 | $96,300 | 7.6% | 40.6% |
| Eros | 206 | $32,250 | $48,000 | 1.6% | 31.6% |
| Montpelier | 206 | N/A | $112,500 | 15.6% | 39.3% |
| Belcher | 204 | $90,000 | $170,800 | 28.9% | 8.5% |
| Edgefield | 203 | $53,125 | $108,300 | 27.6% | 21.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 208, Bayou Goula's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bayou Goula is a small community located in Louisiana, within Iberville Parish. The total population is 208. It ranks as the 436th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bayou Goula is 41.3 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.2%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bayou Goula, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 34.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bayou Goula is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 49.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (49.5% vs 30.5%).
Education
12.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bayou Goula, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bayou Goula, Louisiana?
Bayou Goula, Louisiana has a population of 208 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bayou Goula, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bayou Goula — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bayou Goula, LA?
The poverty rate in Bayou Goula is 33.2%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bayou Goula, Louisiana?
Bayou Goula's population is 50.5% White, 49.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bayou Goula, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bayou Goula — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bayou Goula, Louisiana?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Bayou Goula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.