Folsom, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Folsom, Louisiana had a total population of 709, the 310th largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $62,375, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Folsom Quick Facts
How Folsom 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 | 722 | 709 | -1.8% |
| Median household income | $46,094 | $62,375 | +35.3% |
| Median home value | $269,600 | $226,000 | -16.2% |
How Folsom 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Folsom Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. Tammany Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slidell | 28,561 | $70,497 | 15.7% | $217,700 |
| Mandeville | 12,946 | $94,405 | 7.1% | $376,100 |
| Covington | 11,658 | $75,851 | 11.7% | $295,100 |
| Eden Isle | 7,683 | $78,426 | 4.8% | $371,600 |
| Lacombe | 6,310 | $72,813 | 18.0% | $207,900 |
| Abita Springs | 2,699 | $77,257 | 8.7% | $269,300 |
| Pearl River | 2,614 | $56,719 | 17.9% | $235,200 |
| Madisonville | 869 | $109,583 | 3.6% | $399,600 |
| Lewisburg | 484 | $155,179 | 0.0% | $481,400 |
| Sun | 381 | N/A | 11.6% | $160,700 |
Cities Similar to Folsom
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillis | 667 | N/A | N/A | 8.8% | 0.0% |
| Port Vincent | 673 | $61,250 | $216,200 | 11.2% | 15.2% |
| Sarepta | 724 | $56,136 | $83,200 | 7.0% | 15.6% |
| Reddell | 653 | N/A | $65,500 | 1.0% | 33.1% |
| Martin | 667 | $58,351 | $179,200 | 14.2% | 17.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 709, Folsom'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
Folsom is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. Tammany Parish. The total population is 709. It ranks as the 310th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Folsom is 38.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Folsom is $62,375. This is 3% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $226,000. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Folsom is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.0%. The Black or African American population (14.9%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.0% vs 7.2%).
Education
15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 83.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Folsom, 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 Folsom, Louisiana?
Folsom, Louisiana has a population of 709 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Folsom, LA?
The median household income in Folsom is $62,375, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Folsom, LA?
The poverty rate in Folsom is 12.6%. This means approximately 89 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Folsom, Louisiana?
Folsom's population is 56.8% White, 14.9% Black, 24.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Folsom, LA?
The median home value in Folsom is $226,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Folsom, Louisiana?
15.6% of adults (25+) in Folsom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.