Greenwood town, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Greenwood town, Louisiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Greenwood town, Louisiana has a total population of 3,123, the 145th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $60,540, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.8%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.8% — among the lowest in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Greenwood town Quick Facts

Population 3,123

Median Household Income $60,540

Median Home Value $227,500

Poverty Rate 2.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 50.0 years

Homeownership Rate 82.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.1%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 3,123 145th of 487

Median Income $60,540 above average

Poverty Rate 2.8% 78% lower national

Median Home Value $227,500 top 20%

How Greenwood town Compares

Median Household Income

Greenwood town

$60,540

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Greenwood town

$227,500

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.9%

$25K-$50K 25.6%

$50K-$100K 26.0%

$100K+ 35.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

52.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.7%

Renter 17.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.1%

18-34

12.2%

35-54

28.9%

55-74

29.6%

75+

11.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Greenwood town Rankings in Louisiana

#145 Population of 487

#142 Median Income of 487

#87 Education of 487

#75 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Greenwood town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sunset town	3,026	$66,684	$199,400	17.2%	15.6%
Lockport town	2,874	$59,583	$165,900	10.1%	15.8%
Lutcher town	3,051	$49,769	$190,300	16.0%	7.0%
Gramercy town	2,876	$66,475	$211,900	17.3%	12.1%
Iowa town	3,246	$72,868	$243,200	20.7%	11.1%

Population Overview

Greenwood town is a small community located in Louisiana. The total population is 3,123. It ranks as the 145th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greenwood town is 50.0 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 37.8 years. 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 median household income in Greenwood town is $60,540. This is about average than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 2.8%. This is 85% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $227,500. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Greenwood town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 38.8%.

Education

26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Greenwood town, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 487 Census-designated places in Louisiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Greenwood town, Louisiana?

Greenwood town, Louisiana has a population of 3,123 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Greenwood town, LA?

The median household income in Greenwood town is $60,540, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Greenwood town, LA?

The poverty rate in Greenwood town is 2.8%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Greenwood town, Louisiana?

Greenwood town's population is 50.9% White, 38.8% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Greenwood town, LA?

The median home value in Greenwood town is $227,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Greenwood town, Louisiana?

26.5% of adults (25+) in Greenwood town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.