Central city, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Central city, Louisiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Central city, Louisiana has a total population of 29,603, the 14th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $90,091, which is 50% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 50% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Louisiana.
32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.

Central city Quick Facts

Population 29,603

Median Household Income $90,091

Median Home Value $270,700

Poverty Rate 5.7%

Unemployment Rate 1.2%

Median Age 40.3 years

Homeownership Rate 89.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.7%

High School Graduation Rate 96.1%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 29,603 14th of 487

Median Income $90,091 top 10%

Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower national

Median Home Value $270,700 top 10%

How Central city Compares

Median Household Income

Central city

$90,091

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Central city

$270,700

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.6%

$25K-$50K 18.3%

$50K-$100K 30.0%

$100K+ 43.1%

Employment

1.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

62.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.3%

Renter 10.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.2%

18-34

15.5%

35-54

25.5%

55-74

25.7%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Central city Rankings in Louisiana

#14 Population of 487

#39 Median Income of 487

#51 Education of 487

#36 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Central city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Laplace CDP	28,480	$68,028	$188,900	20.2%	12.6%
Slidell city	28,664	$66,657	$207,800	30.9%	15.4%
Prairieville CDP	35,010	$115,610	$302,200	37.4%	4.1%
New Iberia city	27,926	$50,802	$150,300	17.4%	26.6%
Houma city	32,760	$54,637	$207,900	23.0%	17.3%

Population Overview

Central city is a mid-sized community located in Louisiana. The total population is 29,603. It ranks as the 14th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Central city is 40.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Central city is $90,091. This is 50% higher than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 70% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $270,700. Housing costs are 30% higher than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 89.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Central city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.6%. The Black or African American population (11.6%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

32.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Central city in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Central city, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 487 Census-designated places in Louisiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Central city, Louisiana?

Central city, Louisiana has a population of 29,603 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Central city, LA?

The median household income in Central city is $90,091, which is 15% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Central city, LA?

The poverty rate in Central city is 5.7%. This means approximately 1,691 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Central city, Louisiana?

Central city's population is 78.3% White, 11.6% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Central city, LA?

The median home value in Central city is $270,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Central city, Louisiana?

32.7% of adults (25+) in Central city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.