Converse, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Converse, Louisiana had a total population of 455, the 368th largest village in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 22.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Converse Quick Facts
How Converse 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 | 406 | 455 | +12.1% |
| Median home value | $75,000 | $82,000 | +9.3% |
How Converse 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+)
Converse Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Sabine Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Many | 2,166 | $36,563 | 32.3% | $116,600 |
| Zwolle | 1,796 | $27,688 | 42.0% | $75,900 |
| Florien | 714 | $46,477 | 32.1% | $121,400 |
| Pleasant Hill | 605 | $19,600 | 35.2% | $43,000 |
| Noble | 445 | $71,250 | 19.3% | $66,500 |
| Fort Jesup | 286 | N/A | 50.0% | N/A |
| Fisher | 176 | $48,750 | 9.1% | $95,000 |
| Belmont | 161 | $28,792 | 12.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Converse
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longville | 454 | $40,272 | $422,800 | 17.8% | 7.9% |
| Pollock | 460 | $34,583 | $114,800 | 22.9% | 20.1% |
| Turkey Creek | 449 | $75,250 | $151,400 | 7.4% | 17.4% |
| Richmond | 447 | $45,500 | $161,400 | 14.4% | 7.0% |
| Noble | 445 | $71,250 | $66,500 | 4.9% | 19.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 455, Converse'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
Converse is a small community located in Louisiana, within Sabine Parish. The total population is 455. It ranks as the 368th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Converse is 44.4 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 22.6%. This is 20% 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 4.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $82,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $216,500. 69.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Converse is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 30.5%.
Education
15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 78.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Converse, 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 Converse, Louisiana?
Converse, Louisiana has a population of 455 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Converse, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Converse — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Converse, LA?
The poverty rate in Converse is 22.6%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Converse, Louisiana?
Converse's population is 73.6% White, 3.7% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Converse, LA?
The median home value in Converse is $82,000.
How educated is Converse, Louisiana?
15.8% of adults (25+) in Converse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.