Convent, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Convent, Louisiana had a total population of 637, the 323rd largest community in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 4.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.4% — among the lowest in Louisiana.
Convent Quick Facts
How Convent 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 | 615 | 637 | +3.6% |
How Convent 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Convent Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. James Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutcher | 2,991 | $60,375 | 14.1% | $219,600 |
| South Vacherie | 2,954 | $81,310 | 3.7% | $234,600 |
| Gramercy | 2,814 | $67,813 | 11.2% | $225,100 |
| Grand Point | 2,341 | $88,674 | 5.1% | $253,800 |
| North Vacherie | 1,905 | $37,083 | 18.8% | $221,900 |
| Paulina | 1,785 | $88,839 | 2.1% | $283,100 |
| Welcome | 796 | $56,250 | 16.2% | N/A |
| Hester | 654 | $138,879 | 0.0% | $194,000 |
| Union | 526 | $71,563 | 6.1% | N/A |
| St. James | 431 | N/A | 3.0% | $181,700 |
Cities Similar to Convent
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mangham | 638 | $42,763 | $113,100 | 19.9% | 30.4% |
| Wallace Ridge | 628 | N/A | $200,000 | 14.5% | 25.8% |
| Mermentau | 627 | $117,764 | $55,300 | 37.0% | 20.4% |
| Grand Isle | 623 | N/A | $269,500 | 15.4% | 36.5% |
| Estherwood | 622 | $45,833 | $88,900 | 7.2% | 27.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 637, Convent'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
Convent is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. James Parish. The total population is 637. It ranks as the 323rd most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Convent is 28.4 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 44.7% of the population under 18, Convent has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 4.4%. This is 77% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Convent, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 93.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Convent is Black or African American, making up 65.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 34.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (65.3% vs 30.5%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 84.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Convent, 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 Convent, Louisiana?
Convent, Louisiana has a population of 637 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Convent, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Convent — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Convent, LA?
The poverty rate in Convent is 4.4%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Convent, Louisiana?
Convent's population is 34.5% White, 65.3% Black, 0.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Convent, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Convent — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Convent, Louisiana?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Convent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.