Echo, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Echo, Louisiana had a total population of 552, the 345th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $127,965, which is 111% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 111% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Louisiana.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Echo Quick Facts
How Echo 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 | 490 | 552 | +12.7% |
| Median household income | $124,145 | $127,965 | +3.1% |
How Echo 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+)
Echo Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Rapides Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 44,060 | $47,113 | 27.0% | $183,700 |
| Pineville | 14,160 | $49,774 | 21.1% | $201,500 |
| Ball | 3,869 | $80,074 | 10.9% | $175,800 |
| Woodworth | 2,432 | $84,500 | 12.5% | $302,200 |
| Deville | 1,572 | N/A | 16.2% | $124,600 |
| Glenmora | 1,284 | $31,839 | 36.4% | $103,700 |
| Boyce | 1,037 | $37,895 | 15.0% | $86,000 |
| Forest Hill | 727 | $115,938 | 6.6% | $320,700 |
| Lecompte | 592 | $35,357 | 38.3% | $59,900 |
| Cheneyville | 559 | $17,132 | 44.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Echo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junction City | 525 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 59.1% |
| Napoleonville | 511 | N/A | N/A | 5.3% | 55.0% |
| Grand Isle | 623 | N/A | $269,500 | 15.4% | 36.5% |
| Wallace Ridge | 628 | N/A | $200,000 | 14.5% | 25.8% |
| Roanoke | 482 | N/A | $169,600 | 13.4% | 6.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 552, Echo'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
Echo is a small community located in Louisiana, within Rapides Parish. The total population is 552. It ranks as the 345th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Echo is 43.8 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 25.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Echo is $127,965. This is 111% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 59% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Echo. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. 87.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Echo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.8%. The Black or African American population (13.8%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.9% vs 7.2%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Echo, 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 Echo, Louisiana?
Echo, Louisiana has a population of 552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Echo, LA?
The median household income in Echo is $127,965, which is 59% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Echo, LA?
The ACS sample for Echo recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Echo, Louisiana?
Echo's population is 75.4% White, 13.8% Black, 10.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Echo, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Echo — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Echo, Louisiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Echo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.