Garyville, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garyville, Louisiana had a total population of 2,119, the 194th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $88,060, which is 45% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 45% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Louisiana.
- Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Garyville Quick Facts
How Garyville 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 | 2,216 | 2,119 | -4.4% |
| Median household income | $86,958 | $88,060 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $144,400 | $171,600 | +18.8% |
How Garyville 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+)
Garyville Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. John the Baptist Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laplace | 28,343 | $69,030 | 13.1% | $199,900 |
| Reserve | 7,791 | $55,450 | 19.1% | $154,100 |
| Edgard | 1,482 | $68,953 | 11.2% | $182,900 |
| Wallace | 791 | $38,389 | 12.9% | $184,700 |
| Pleasure Bend | 217 | $68,958 | 0.0% | $147,700 |
Cities Similar to Garyville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montz | 2,074 | $91,875 | $308,800 | 18.8% | 4.7% |
| Grand Point | 2,341 | $88,674 | $253,800 | 16.8% | 5.1% |
| Des Allemands | 2,382 | $88,390 | $196,000 | 10.2% | 2.4% |
| Presquille | 2,062 | $112,000 | $272,100 | 19.5% | 1.1% |
| Woodworth | 2,432 | $84,500 | $302,200 | 40.0% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
Garyville is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. John the Baptist Parish. The total population is 2,119. It ranks as the 194th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garyville is 42.4 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garyville is $88,060. This is 45% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. The median home value is $171,600. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Garyville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garyville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 42.8%.
Education
8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 76.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garyville, 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 Garyville, Louisiana?
Garyville, Louisiana has a population of 2,119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garyville, LA?
The median household income in Garyville is $88,060, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garyville, LA?
The poverty rate in Garyville is 18.6%. This means approximately 394 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garyville, Louisiana?
Garyville's population is 51.4% White, 42.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garyville, LA?
The median home value in Garyville is $171,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Garyville, Louisiana?
8.3% of adults (25+) in Garyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.