Eros town, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eros town, Louisiana Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 33.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Eros town, Louisiana has a total population of 322, the 400th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $27,045, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 4.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Eros town Quick Facts

Population 322

Median Household Income $27,045

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 33.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 27.9 years

Homeownership Rate 79.6%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.5%

High School Graduation Rate 82.3%

Diversity Index 31/100

Population 322 400th of 487

Median Income $27,045 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 33.5% 170% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Eros town Compares

Median Household Income

Eros town

$27,045

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 41.7%

$25K-$50K 37.0%

$50K-$100K 19.4%

$100K+ 1.8%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

42.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.6%

Renter 20.4%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.7%

18-34

37.3%

35-54

29.8%

55-74

8.1%

75+

2.2%

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+)

Eros town Rankings in Louisiana

#400 Population of 487

#378 Median Income of 487

#430 Education of 487

N/A Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Eros town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Natchez village	328	N/A	$57,600	1.0%	43.0%
East Hodge village	318	$26,146	$77,800	18.4%	44.3%
Good Pine CDP	338	N/A	N/A	22.3%	40.8%
Bayou Goula CDP	342	N/A	N/A	6.3%	20.8%
Pointe a la Hache CDP	344	N/A	$37,700	3.0%	91.3%

Population Overview

Eros town is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 322. It ranks as the 400th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eros town is 27.9 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eros town is $27,045. This is 55% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 66% lower. The poverty rate stands at 33.5%. This is 78% 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. 79.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eros town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.0% vs 7.0%).

Education

4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 82.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eros town, 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 Eros town, Louisiana?

Eros town, Louisiana has a population of 322 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Eros town, LA?

The median household income in Eros town is $27,045, which is 66% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Eros town, LA?

The poverty rate in Eros town is 33.5%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eros town, Louisiana?

Eros town's population is 81.4% White, 0.0% Black, 18.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Eros town, LA?

The median home value in Eros town is N/A.

How educated is Eros town, Louisiana?

4.5% of adults (25+) in Eros town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.