Fort Jesup, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fort Jesup, Louisiana had a total population of 286, the 414th largest community in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 50.0%.
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 (50.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Fort Jesup Quick Facts
How Fort Jesup 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 | 395 | 286 | -27.6% |
How Fort Jesup Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Fort Jesup Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Sabine Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Many | 2,166 | $36,563 | 32.3% | $116,600 |
| Zwolle | 1,796 | $27,688 | 42.0% | $75,900 |
| Florien | 714 | $46,477 | 32.1% | $121,400 |
| Pleasant Hill | 605 | $19,600 | 35.2% | $43,000 |
| Converse | 455 | N/A | 22.6% | $82,000 |
| Noble | 445 | $71,250 | 19.3% | $66,500 |
| Fisher | 176 | $48,750 | 9.1% | $95,000 |
| Belmont | 161 | $28,792 | 12.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fort Jesup
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisonburg | 287 | $51,786 | $207,300 | 29.0% | 22.6% |
| Pointe a la Hache | 288 | N/A | $37,500 | 2.9% | 92.4% |
| Jordan Hill | 280 | N/A | $135,100 | 44.5% | 11.1% |
| Grosse Tete | 293 | $56,587 | $160,900 | 0.8% | 11.9% |
| Sikes | 279 | N/A | $92,900 | 7.4% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 286, Fort Jesup'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
Fort Jesup is a small community located in Louisiana, within Sabine Parish. The total population is 286. It ranks as the 414th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fort Jesup is 62.7 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 8.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 50.0%. This is 164% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Fort Jesup, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fort Jesup is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.1%.
Education
28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 93.1%. Notably, 28.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fort Jesup, 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 Fort Jesup, Louisiana?
Fort Jesup, Louisiana has a population of 286 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fort Jesup, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fort Jesup — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fort Jesup, LA?
The poverty rate in Fort Jesup is 50.0%. This means approximately 143 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fort Jesup, Louisiana?
Fort Jesup's population is 75.9% White, 24.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fort Jesup, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fort Jesup — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fort Jesup, Louisiana?
28.3% of adults (25+) in Fort Jesup hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.