Creola, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Creola, Louisiana had a total population of 221, the 432nd largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $61,250, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 46.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (46.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Creola Quick Facts
How Creola 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 | 273 | 221 | -19.0% |
| Median household income | $44,167 | $61,250 | +38.7% |
How Creola 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+)
Creola Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Grant Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colfax | 1,240 | $26,250 | 37.3% | $73,400 |
| Montgomery | 941 | $57,470 | 5.7% | $78,100 |
| Pollock | 460 | $34,583 | 20.1% | $114,800 |
| Rock Hill | 438 | N/A | 17.6% | $162,100 |
| Prospect | 378 | $89,688 | 6.1% | $173,000 |
| Dry Prong | 369 | $61,625 | 17.6% | $197,500 |
| Georgetown | 340 | $45,750 | 42.4% | $68,800 |
Cities Similar to Creola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Summit | 222 | N/A | $93,800 | 26.0% | 15.8% |
| Rio | 219 | N/A | N/A | 38.2% | 0.0% |
| Lacassine | 218 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 32.6% |
| Bayou Goula | 208 | N/A | N/A | 12.3% | 33.2% |
| Downsville | 223 | $69,028 | $235,400 | 22.4% | 20.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 221, Creola'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
Creola is a small community located in Louisiana, within Grant Parish. The total population is 221. It ranks as the 432nd most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Creola is 27.4 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 37.1% of the population under 18, Creola has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Creola is $61,250. This is about the same as the state median of $60,756. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 46.8%. This is 147% 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 2.8%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Creola was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Creola is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (8.6%) is well below the state average of 30.5%.
Education
5.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 80% 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 84.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Creola, 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 Creola, Louisiana?
Creola, Louisiana has a population of 221 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Creola, LA?
The median household income in Creola is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Creola, LA?
The poverty rate in Creola is 46.8%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Creola, Louisiana?
Creola's population is 76.9% White, 8.6% Black, 8.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Creola, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Creola — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Creola, Louisiana?
5.3% of adults (25+) in Creola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.