Claiborne, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Claiborne, Louisiana had a total population of 13,308, the 37th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $72,420, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Claiborne Quick Facts
How Claiborne 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 | 12,647 | 13,308 | +5.2% |
| Median household income | $69,173 | $72,420 | +4.7% |
| Median home value | $214,100 | $219,200 | +2.4% |
How Claiborne 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+)
Claiborne Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Ouachita Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe | 47,004 | $40,505 | 35.9% | $198,900 |
| West Monroe | 12,729 | $49,386 | 26.3% | $192,400 |
| Brownsville | 4,357 | $35,526 | 29.4% | $74,700 |
| Swartz | 4,110 | $67,287 | 14.5% | $199,800 |
| Richwood | 3,839 | $31,680 | 39.1% | $53,000 |
| Lakeshore | 3,437 | $48,214 | 23.6% | $166,800 |
| Bawcomville | 2,804 | $24,929 | 47.3% | $61,500 |
| Sterlington | 2,229 | $69,007 | 17.3% | $228,400 |
| Calhoun | 420 | $138,372 | 0.0% | $275,200 |
Cities Similar to Claiborne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzales | 13,108 | $75,451 | $225,800 | 28.1% | 8.9% |
| Luling | 13,960 | $76,539 | $273,800 | 30.1% | 13.6% |
| River Ridge | 13,312 | $84,336 | $357,400 | 38.8% | 9.7% |
| Woodmere | 11,879 | $75,828 | $191,100 | 17.1% | 18.2% |
| Bayou Blue | 12,218 | $63,958 | $189,100 | 15.5% | 23.9% |
Population Overview
Claiborne is a small city located in Louisiana, within Ouachita Parish. The total population is 13,308. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Claiborne is 36.2 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Claiborne is $72,420. This is 19% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $219,200. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Claiborne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (86.2% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
35.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Claiborne in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 31% higher 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Claiborne, 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 Claiborne, Louisiana?
Claiborne, Louisiana has a population of 13,308 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Claiborne, LA?
The median household income in Claiborne is $72,420, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Claiborne, LA?
The poverty rate in Claiborne is 11.3%. This means approximately 1,497 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Claiborne, Louisiana?
Claiborne's population is 86.2% White, 7.4% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Claiborne, LA?
The median home value in Claiborne is $219,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Claiborne, Louisiana?
35.5% of adults (25+) in Claiborne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.