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Harrisonburg, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrisonburg, Louisiana had a total population of 287, the 413th largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $51,786, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Harrisonburg Quick Facts

Population 287
Median Household Income $51,786
Median Home Value $207,300
Poverty Rate 22.6%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 44.9 years
Homeownership Rate 71.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.0%
High School Graduation Rate 72.5%
Diversity Index 20/100
Population 287 413th of 488
Median Income $51,786 average
Poverty Rate 22.6% 81% higher than national
Median Home Value $207,300 top 30%

How Harrisonburg Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population317287-9.5%
Median household income$30,694$51,786+68.7%
Median home value$77,300$207,300+168.2%

How Harrisonburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 41.9%
$25K-$50K 4.4%
$50K-$100K 16.9%
$100K+ 36.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
8.8%
$10K-$15K
18.4%
$15K-$20K
3.7%
$20K-$25K
11.0%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
4.4%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
7.3%
$75K-$100K
4.4%
$100K-$125K
5.1%
$125K-$150K
0.0%
$150K-$200K
0.7%
$200K+
30.9%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%
47.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.3%
Renter 28.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $592/mo 13.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

20out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 61

Education

Harrisonburg Rankings in Louisiana

#413 Population of 488
#228 Median Income of 437
#71 Education of 488
#108 Home Value of 425

Other Cities in Catahoula Parish

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Jonesville 1,288 $43,684 34.3% $112,800
Wallace Ridge 628 N/A 25.8% $200,000
Sicily Island 336 $20,500 40.5% $55,000

Cities Similar to Harrisonburg

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Pointe a la Hache288N/A$37,5002.9%92.4%
Fort Jesup286N/AN/A28.3%50.0%
Jordan Hill280N/A$135,10044.5%11.1%
Sikes279N/A$92,9007.4%3.2%
Gilbert294$49,821$96,30018.3%24.1%

A note before these figures: with a population of 287, Harrisonburg'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

Harrisonburg is a small community located in Louisiana, within Catahoula Parish. The total population is 287. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Harrisonburg is 44.9 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Harrisonburg is $51,786. This is 15% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.6%. This is 19% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Harrisonburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $207,300. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisonburg has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.8% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 30.5%.

Education

29.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 72.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg, Louisiana?

Harrisonburg, Louisiana has a population of 287 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Harrisonburg, LA?

The median household income in Harrisonburg is $51,786, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Harrisonburg, LA?

The poverty rate in Harrisonburg is 22.6%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Harrisonburg, Louisiana?

Harrisonburg's population is 88.8% White, 7.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Harrisonburg, LA?

The median home value in Harrisonburg is $207,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Harrisonburg, Louisiana?

29.0% of adults (25+) in Harrisonburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.