Chackbay, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chackbay, Louisiana had a total population of 5,436, the 99th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $65,968, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Chackbay Quick Facts
How Chackbay 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 | 5,287 | 5,436 | +2.8% |
| Median household income | $74,141 | $65,968 | -11.0% |
| Median home value | $229,000 | $217,000 | -5.2% |
How Chackbay Compares
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+)
Chackbay Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Lafourche Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thibodaux | 15,732 | $52,072 | 19.6% | $232,500 |
| Raceland | 9,585 | $60,286 | 13.8% | $187,800 |
| Galliano | 5,906 | $49,918 | 18.3% | $134,200 |
| Larose | 5,515 | $80,577 | 12.0% | $176,300 |
| Cut Off | 5,398 | $67,941 | 19.1% | $158,300 |
| Lafourche Crossing | 2,790 | $73,309 | 28.4% | $269,100 |
| Lockport | 2,618 | $60,398 | 10.8% | $160,800 |
| Des Allemands | 2,382 | $88,390 | 2.4% | $196,000 |
| Golden Meadow | 1,854 | $71,875 | 9.9% | $141,600 |
| Mathews | 1,598 | $86,607 | 6.0% | $205,500 |
Cities Similar to Chackbay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut Off | 5,398 | $67,941 | $158,300 | 15.8% | 19.1% |
| Grambling | 5,287 | N/A | $181,700 | 35.4% | 52.4% |
| Larose | 5,515 | $80,577 | $176,300 | 10.5% | 12.0% |
| Plaquemine | 6,075 | $69,366 | $176,300 | 17.2% | 12.7% |
| Port Allen | 4,942 | $59,474 | $181,300 | 17.9% | 20.5% |
Population Overview
Chackbay is a small city located in Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The total population is 5,436. It ranks as the 99th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chackbay is 43.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chackbay is $65,968. 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 7.4%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $217,000. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 93.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chackbay has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.3% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 30.5%.
Education
20.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chackbay, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chackbay, Louisiana?
Chackbay, Louisiana has a population of 5,436 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chackbay, LA?
The median household income in Chackbay is $65,968, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chackbay, LA?
The poverty rate in Chackbay is 7.4%. This means approximately 402 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chackbay, Louisiana?
Chackbay's population is 87.3% White, 2.2% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chackbay, LA?
The median home value in Chackbay is $217,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Chackbay, Louisiana?
20.2% of adults (25+) in Chackbay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.