Golden Meadow, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Golden Meadow, Louisiana had a total population of 1,854, the 205th largest town in Louisiana, with a median household income of $71,875, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.
Golden Meadow Quick Facts
How Golden Meadow 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 | 1,791 | 1,854 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $70,701 | $71,875 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $140,300 | $141,600 | +0.9% |
How Golden Meadow 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Golden Meadow Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Lafourche Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thibodaux | 15,732 | $52,072 | 19.6% | $232,500 |
| Raceland | 9,585 | $60,286 | 13.8% | $187,800 |
| Galliano | 5,906 | $49,918 | 18.3% | $134,200 |
| Larose | 5,515 | $80,577 | 12.0% | $176,300 |
| Chackbay | 5,436 | $65,968 | 7.4% | $217,000 |
| Cut Off | 5,398 | $67,941 | 19.1% | $158,300 |
| Lafourche Crossing | 2,790 | $73,309 | 28.4% | $269,100 |
| Lockport | 2,618 | $60,398 | 10.8% | $160,800 |
| Des Allemands | 2,382 | $88,390 | 2.4% | $196,000 |
| Mathews | 1,598 | $86,607 | 6.0% | $205,500 |
Cities Similar to Golden Meadow
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cade | 1,710 | $72,839 | $204,900 | 13.6% | 6.0% |
| Cecilia | 1,742 | $67,109 | N/A | 22.4% | 22.6% |
| Boutte | 2,027 | $68,220 | $231,200 | 17.5% | 11.2% |
| Killian | 1,694 | $67,634 | $322,100 | 19.0% | 13.2% |
| Livingston | 1,747 | $61,750 | $192,300 | 17.3% | 16.3% |
Population Overview
Golden Meadow is a small community located in Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The total population is 1,854. It ranks as the 205th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Golden Meadow is 42.1 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Golden Meadow is $71,875. This is 18% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $141,600. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Golden Meadow is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Golden Meadow has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.1% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 83.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Golden Meadow, 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 Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
Golden Meadow, Louisiana has a population of 1,854 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Golden Meadow, LA?
The median household income in Golden Meadow is $71,875, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Golden Meadow, LA?
The poverty rate in Golden Meadow is 9.9%. This means approximately 184 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
Golden Meadow's population is 85.1% White, 1.3% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Golden Meadow, LA?
The median home value in Golden Meadow is $141,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Golden Meadow, Louisiana?
15.3% of adults (25+) in Golden Meadow hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.