Beauregard Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Beauregard Parish, Louisiana has a population of 36,676, the 30th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $65,944 and the median home value is $161,700. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Beauregard Parish Quick Facts
How Beauregard Parish 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 | 36,646 | 36,676 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $64,995 | $65,944 | +1.5% |
| Median home value | $164,500 | $161,700 | -1.7% |
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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Beauregard Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merryville | 1,004 | $29,219 | 31.1% | $100,500 |
| Oretta | 733 | $133,857 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Longville | 454 | $40,272 | 7.9% | $422,800 |
| Singer | 347 | N/A | 51.9% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Beauregard Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 36,676. It is the 30th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Beauregard Parish is 37.2 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Beauregard Parish is $65,944. This is 9% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $161,700. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Beauregard Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Beauregard Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.8%. The Black or African American population (10.8%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
17.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Beauregard Parish come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Louisiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Beauregard Parish, Louisiana?
Beauregard Parish has a population of 36,676, making it the 30th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Beauregard Parish?
The median household income in Beauregard Parish is $65,944 with a poverty rate of 14.3%.
How many cities are in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana?
Beauregard Parish contains 4 Census-designated places.