Grambling, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grambling, Louisiana had a total population of 5,287, the 102nd largest city in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 52.4%.
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 (52.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Grambling Quick Facts
How Grambling 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 | 5,302 | 5,287 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $176,000 | $181,700 | +3.2% |
How Grambling 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+)
Grambling Rankings in Louisiana
Explore Louisiana Rankings
Other Cities in Lincoln Parish
Cities Similar to Grambling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Martinville | 5,297 | $36,130 | $100,100 | 17.4% | 22.3% |
| Cut Off | 5,398 | $67,941 | $158,300 | 15.8% | 19.1% |
| Gray | 5,154 | $54,559 | $139,400 | 11.8% | 14.7% |
| Chackbay | 5,436 | $65,968 | $217,000 | 20.2% | 7.4% |
| Leesville | 5,495 | $37,500 | $118,600 | 18.7% | 33.7% |
Population Overview
Grambling is a small city located in Louisiana, within Lincoln Parish. The total population is 5,287. It ranks as the 102nd most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grambling is 21.2 years. This is 44% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 52.4%. This is 177% 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 5.3%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $181,700. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $216,500. 31.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Grambling is Black or African American, making up 82.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 8.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.4%) is well below the state average of 55.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (82.7% vs 30.5%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
35.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Grambling in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 31% 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 89.3%. Notably, 21.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grambling, 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.
Free data download: Get all Louisiana city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Grambling, Louisiana?
Grambling, Louisiana has a population of 5,287 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grambling, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Grambling — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grambling, LA?
The poverty rate in Grambling is 52.4%. This means approximately 1,857 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grambling, Louisiana?
Grambling's population is 8.4% White, 82.7% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grambling, LA?
The median home value in Grambling is $181,700.
How educated is Grambling, Louisiana?
35.4% of adults (25+) in Grambling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.