Choctaw, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Choctaw, Louisiana had a total population of 268, the 420th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $58,889, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Choctaw Quick Facts
How Choctaw 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 | 433 | 268 | -38.1% |
| Median household income | $77,813 | $58,889 | -24.3% |
How Choctaw Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Choctaw 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 |
| Chackbay | 5,436 | $65,968 | 7.4% | $217,000 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Choctaw
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branch | 268 | N/A | N/A | 10.8% | 43.9% |
| St. Maurice | 274 | N/A | N/A | 31.0% | 60.2% |
| Sikes | 279 | N/A | $92,900 | 7.4% | 3.2% |
| Jordan Hill | 280 | N/A | $135,100 | 44.5% | 11.1% |
| Ida | 254 | $59,063 | $96,700 | 15.3% | 12.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 268, Choctaw's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Choctaw is a small community located in Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The total population is 268. It ranks as the 420th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Choctaw is 49.2 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 12.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Choctaw is $58,889. This is 3% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Choctaw, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Choctaw has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.0% vs 55.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 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 69.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Choctaw, 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 Choctaw, Louisiana?
Choctaw, Louisiana has a population of 268 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Choctaw, LA?
The median household income in Choctaw is $58,889, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Choctaw, LA?
The poverty rate in Choctaw is 11.9%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Choctaw, Louisiana?
Choctaw's population is 97.0% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Choctaw, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Choctaw — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Choctaw, Louisiana?
11.0% of adults (25+) in Choctaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.