Catahoula Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Catahoula Parish, Louisiana has a population of 8,583, the 60th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $50,275 and the median home value is $101,800. The poverty rate is 24.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Catahoula Parish Quick Facts
How Catahoula 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 | 8,738 | 8,583 | -1.8% |
| Median household income | $47,753 | $50,275 | +5.3% |
| Median home value | $88,000 | $101,800 | +15.7% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Catahoula Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesville | 1,288 | $43,684 | 34.3% | $112,800 |
| Wallace Ridge | 628 | N/A | 25.8% | $200,000 |
| Sicily Island | 336 | $20,500 | 40.5% | $55,000 |
| Harrisonburg | 287 | $51,786 | 22.6% | $207,300 |
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Population Overview
Catahoula Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 8,583. It is the 60th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Catahoula Parish is 39.8 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Catahoula Parish is $50,275. This is 17% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.3%. This is 28% 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 8.9%. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $101,800. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Catahoula Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Catahoula Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 7.2%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 77.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Catahoula 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 Catahoula Parish, Louisiana?
Catahoula Parish has a population of 8,583, making it the 60th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Catahoula Parish?
The median household income in Catahoula Parish is $50,275 with a poverty rate of 24.3%.
How many cities are in Catahoula Parish, Louisiana?
Catahoula Parish contains 4 Census-designated places.