Caddo Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Caddo Parish, Louisiana has a population of 230,004, the 6th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $50,705 and the median home value is $175,700. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Caddo Parish Quick Facts
How Caddo 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 | 232,973 | 230,004 | -1.3% |
| Median household income | $50,067 | $50,705 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $175,900 | $175,700 | -0.1% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Caddo Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport | 180,982 | $48,699 | 23.5% | $178,900 |
| Blanchard | 3,437 | $75,069 | 12.5% | $208,600 |
| Greenwood | 3,110 | $64,063 | 3.7% | $241,600 |
| Vivian | 2,975 | $22,237 | 44.3% | $62,700 |
| Oil City | 1,184 | $21,325 | 46.1% | $70,000 |
| Lakeview | 781 | $59,333 | 27.4% | $157,100 |
| Mooringsport | 688 | $21,989 | 27.9% | $76,700 |
| Hosston | 333 | $80,625 | 11.7% | N/A |
| Ida | 254 | $59,063 | 12.6% | $96,700 |
| Belcher | 204 | $90,000 | 8.5% | $170,800 |
| Rodessa | 173 | N/A | 35.3% | $60,000 |
| Gilliam | 117 | $93,750 | 14.5% | $142,000 |
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Population Overview
Caddo Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 230,004. It is the 6th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 12 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Caddo Parish is 39.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Caddo Parish is $50,705. This is 17% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.4%. This is 18% 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 unemployment rate is 8.7%. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $175,700. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 60.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Caddo Parish is Black or African American, making up 48.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 42.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (48.7% vs 30.5%).
Education
26.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Caddo 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 Caddo Parish, Louisiana?
Caddo Parish has a population of 230,004, making it the 6th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Caddo Parish?
The median household income in Caddo Parish is $50,705 with a poverty rate of 22.4%.
How many cities are in Caddo Parish, Louisiana?
Caddo Parish contains 12 Census-designated places.