Cheneyville town, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cheneyville town, Louisiana Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 37.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Cheneyville town, Louisiana has a total population of 592, the 342nd largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 37.5%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 9.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Cheneyville town Quick Facts

Population 592

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 37.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 49.0 years

Homeownership Rate 70.9%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.0%

High School Graduation Rate 88.1%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 592 342nd of 487

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 37.5% 201% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Cheneyville town Compares

Median Household Income

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 57.6%

$25K-$50K 20.5%

$50K-$100K 13.7%

$100K+ 8.3%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

37.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.9%

Renter 29.1%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.2%

18-34

16.6%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

27.4%

75+

15.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cheneyville town Rankings in Louisiana

#342 Population of 487

N/A Median Income of 487

#357 Education of 487

N/A Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Cheneyville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Pollock town	591	$40,714	$131,300	22.7%	20.1%
Point Place CDP	589	N/A	$303,100	30.8%	1.5%
Morganza village	601	$42,500	$131,500	18.1%	16.1%
Port Vincent village	581	$67,538	$238,200	9.9%	13.3%
Cankton village	610	N/A	$83,500	18.4%	29.3%

Population Overview

Cheneyville town is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 592. It ranks as the 342nd most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cheneyville town is 49.0 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 37.8 years. 15.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 37.5%. This is 99% 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 5.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. 70.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cheneyville town is Black or African American, making up 49.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 37.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (49.5% vs 30.8%).

Education

9.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower 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 88.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cheneyville town, 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 Cheneyville town, Louisiana?

Cheneyville town, Louisiana has a population of 592 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cheneyville town, LA?

The median household income in Cheneyville town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cheneyville town, LA?

The poverty rate in Cheneyville town is 37.5%. This means approximately 222 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cheneyville town, Louisiana?

Cheneyville town's population is 37.0% White, 49.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cheneyville town, LA?

The median home value in Cheneyville town is N/A.

How educated is Cheneyville town, Louisiana?

9.0% of adults (25+) in Cheneyville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.