Claiborne CDP, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Claiborne CDP, Louisiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Claiborne CDP, Louisiana has a total population of 12,647, the 40th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $69,173, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Key Takeaways

33.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Claiborne CDP Quick Facts

Population 12,647

Median Household Income $69,173

Median Home Value $214,100

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 34.5 years

Homeownership Rate 63.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.1%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 12,647 40th of 487

Median Income $69,173 top 30%

Poverty Rate 11.3% 10% lower national

Median Home Value $214,100 top 30%

How Claiborne CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Claiborne CDP

$69,173

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Claiborne CDP

$214,100

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.2%

$25K-$50K 14.4%

$50K-$100K 39.1%

$100K+ 27.3%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

64.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.0%

Renter 37.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34

27.7%

35-54

23.4%

55-74

20.1%

75+

5.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Claiborne CDP Rankings in Louisiana

#40 Population of 487

#104 Median Income of 487

#48 Education of 487

#89 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Claiborne CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Gonzales city	12,748	$66,152	$212,800	26.5%	11.3%
Baker city	12,322	$59,451	$146,700	20.2%	22.2%
Woodmere CDP	11,775	$73,615	$187,000	14.9%	12.8%
Gardere CDP	12,130	$60,694	$250,600	33.6%	28.4%
Covington city	11,568	$73,809	$292,500	36.7%	12.4%

Population Overview

Claiborne CDP is a small city located in Louisiana. The total population is 12,647. It ranks as the 40th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Claiborne CDP is 34.5 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Claiborne CDP is $69,173. This is 15% higher than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $214,100. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 63.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Claiborne CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.6% vs 56.2%). The Black or African American population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.

Education

33.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Claiborne CDP in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 25% 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 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Claiborne CDP, 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 Claiborne CDP, Louisiana?

Claiborne CDP, Louisiana has a population of 12,647 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Claiborne CDP, LA?

The median household income in Claiborne CDP is $69,173, which is 12% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Claiborne CDP, LA?

The poverty rate in Claiborne CDP is 11.3%. This means approximately 1,421 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Claiborne CDP, Louisiana?

Claiborne CDP's population is 88.6% White, 5.3% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Claiborne CDP, LA?

The median home value in Claiborne CDP is $214,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Claiborne CDP, Louisiana?

33.1% of adults (25+) in Claiborne CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.