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Haughton, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Haughton, Louisiana had a total population of 4,485, the 114th largest town in Louisiana, with a median household income of $51,932, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.

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

Haughton Quick Facts

Population 4,485
Median Household Income $51,932
Median Home Value $234,100
Poverty Rate 15.6%
Unemployment Rate 7.5%
Median Age 33.5 years
Homeownership Rate 76.8%
Affordability Ratio 4.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.3%
High School Graduation Rate 94.4%
Diversity Index 43/100
Population 4,485 114th of 488
Median Income $51,932 average
Poverty Rate 15.6% 26% higher than national
Median Home Value $234,100 top 20%

How Haughton 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
Population4,4734,485+0.3%
Median household income$49,411$51,932+5.1%
Median home value$214,100$234,100+9.3%

How Haughton Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.3%
$25K-$50K 28.6%
$50K-$100K 24.4%
$100K+ 26.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.9%
$10K-$15K
5.7%
$15K-$20K
7.2%
$20K-$25K
4.4%
$25K-$30K
1.9%
$30K-$35K
1.9%
$35K-$40K
2.3%
$40K-$45K
12.4%
$45K-$50K
10.1%
$50K-$60K
3.6%
$60K-$75K
10.1%
$75K-$100K
10.7%
$100K-$125K
10.8%
$125K-$150K
3.8%
$150K-$200K
4.6%
$200K+
7.4%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%
62.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.8%
Renter 23.2%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,087/mo 25.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

43out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 61

Education

Haughton Rankings in Louisiana

#114 Population of 488
#227 Median Income of 437
#143 Education of 488
#72 Home Value of 425

Other Cities in Bossier Parish

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Bossier City 62,901 $55,819 20.8% $202,100
Red Chute 6,526 $86,124 7.5% $219,100
Eastwood 4,440 $80,603 9.6% $258,100
Benton 2,548 $58,143 23.9% $201,000
Plain Dealing 929 $48,894 20.6% $140,300

Cities Similar to Haughton

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
New Roads4,404$51,328$168,20020.4%24.6%
Berwick4,607$51,580$212,40027.3%18.6%
Avondale4,608$48,661$136,40020.6%30.9%
Arabi4,625$56,813$225,50026.9%21.7%
Violet4,122$51,038$173,50015.4%17.6%

Population Overview

Haughton is a small community located in Louisiana, within Bossier Parish. The total population is 4,485. It ranks as the 114th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Haughton is 33.5 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Haughton is $51,932. 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 15.6%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.5%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $234,100. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Haughton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.

Education

21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 94.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Haughton, 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 Haughton, Louisiana?

Haughton, Louisiana has a population of 4,485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Haughton, LA?

The median household income in Haughton is $51,932, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Haughton, LA?

The poverty rate in Haughton is 15.6%. This means approximately 701 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Haughton, Louisiana?

Haughton's population is 70.2% White, 27.2% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Haughton, LA?

The median home value in Haughton is $234,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is Haughton, Louisiana?

21.3% of adults (25+) in Haughton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.