Georgetown, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Georgetown, Louisiana had a total population of 340, the 396th largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $45,750, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 42.4%.
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 (42.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Georgetown Quick Facts
How Georgetown 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 | 280 | 340 | +21.4% |
How Georgetown Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Georgetown Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Grant Parish
Cities Similar to Georgetown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubberly | 339 | $45,625 | $167,400 | 16.9% | 17.1% |
| Singer | 347 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.9% |
| Norwood | 340 | $43,679 | $233,600 | 11.9% | 46.5% |
| Collinston | 347 | $46,250 | $186,500 | 15.5% | 19.9% |
| Natchez | 351 | N/A | $66,900 | 0.7% | 47.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 340, Georgetown'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
Georgetown is a small community located in Louisiana, within Grant Parish. The total population is 340. It ranks as the 396th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Georgetown is 39.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. With 30.3% of the population under 18, Georgetown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Georgetown is $45,750. This is 25% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 42.4%. This is 124% 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 6.6%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $68,800. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Georgetown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Georgetown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.1% vs 55.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 93.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, Louisiana?
Georgetown, Louisiana has a population of 340 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Georgetown, LA?
The median household income in Georgetown is $45,750, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Georgetown, LA?
The poverty rate in Georgetown is 42.4%. This means approximately 144 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Georgetown, Louisiana?
Georgetown's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Georgetown, LA?
The median home value in Georgetown is $68,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Georgetown, Louisiana?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Georgetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.