DeQuincy city, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: DeQuincy city, Louisiana Demographics
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As of 2026, DeQuincy city, Louisiana has a total population of 2,990, the 151st largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $48,808, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

DeQuincy city Quick Facts

Population 2,990

Median Household Income $48,808

Median Home Value $160,000

Poverty Rate 15.8%

Unemployment Rate 1.1%

Median Age 40.9 years

Homeownership Rate 72.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.0%

High School Graduation Rate 80.8%

Diversity Index 33/100

Population 2,990 151st of 487

Median Income $48,808 average

Poverty Rate 15.8% 27% higher national

Median Home Value $160,000 average

How DeQuincy city Compares

Median Household Income

DeQuincy city

$48,808

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

DeQuincy city

$160,000

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 32.7%

$25K-$50K 19.2%

$50K-$100K 23.2%

$100K+ 24.9%

Employment

1.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

46.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.4%

Renter 27.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.8%

18-34

18.0%

35-54

25.7%

55-74

26.3%

75+

9.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

DeQuincy city Rankings in Louisiana

#151 Population of 487

#230 Median Income of 487

#358 Education of 487

#187 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to DeQuincy city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lutcher town	3,051	$49,769	$190,300	16.0%	7.0%
Lockport town	2,874	$59,583	$165,900	10.1%	15.8%
Lakeshore CDP	3,111	$39,958	$150,900	17.8%	40.0%
Erwinville CDP	2,575	N/A	$183,400	12.7%	58.1%
Greenwood town	3,123	$60,540	$227,500	26.5%	2.8%

Population Overview

DeQuincy city is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 2,990. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in DeQuincy city is 40.9 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in DeQuincy city is $48,808. This is 19% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $160,000. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in DeQuincy city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.5%. The Black or African American population (10.5%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.

Education

9.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower 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 80.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for DeQuincy city, 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 DeQuincy city, Louisiana?

DeQuincy city, Louisiana has a population of 2,990 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in DeQuincy city, LA?

The median household income in DeQuincy city is $48,808, which is 38% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in DeQuincy city, LA?

The poverty rate in DeQuincy city is 15.8%. This means approximately 459 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of DeQuincy city, Louisiana?

DeQuincy city's population is 79.9% White, 10.5% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in DeQuincy city, LA?

The median home value in DeQuincy city is $160,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is DeQuincy city, Louisiana?

9.0% of adults (25+) in DeQuincy city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.