Caldwell Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Caldwell Parish, Louisiana has a population of 9,500, the 58th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $47,028 and the median home value is $93,300. The poverty rate is 29.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Caldwell Parish Quick Facts
How Caldwell 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 | 9,563 | 9,500 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $44,957 | $47,028 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $106,000 | $93,300 | -12.0% |
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 Caldwell Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks Springs | 1,406 | $26,232 | 65.3% | $80,700 |
| Clarks | 770 | $28,056 | 29.3% | $50,400 |
| Grayson | 613 | $46,875 | 32.6% | $126,700 |
| Columbia | 345 | $55,000 | 3.3% | $123,800 |
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Population Overview
Caldwell Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 9,500. It is the 58th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Caldwell Parish is 40.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Caldwell Parish is $47,028. This is 23% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.8%. This is 57% 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 10.1%. This is 60% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $93,300. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Caldwell Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Caldwell Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 19.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 59% 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 81.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Caldwell 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 Caldwell Parish, Louisiana?
Caldwell Parish has a population of 9,500, making it the 58th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Caldwell Parish?
The median household income in Caldwell Parish is $47,028 with a poverty rate of 29.8%.
How many cities are in Caldwell Parish, Louisiana?
Caldwell Parish contains 4 Census-designated places.