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
How Haughton 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 | 4,473 | 4,485 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $49,411 | $51,932 | +5.1% |
| Median home value | $214,100 | $234,100 | +9.3% |
How Haughton 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Haughton Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Bossier Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home 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.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Roads | 4,404 | $51,328 | $168,200 | 20.4% | 24.6% |
| Berwick | 4,607 | $51,580 | $212,400 | 27.3% | 18.6% |
| Avondale | 4,608 | $48,661 | $136,400 | 20.6% | 30.9% |
| Arabi | 4,625 | $56,813 | $225,500 | 26.9% | 21.7% |
| Violet | 4,122 | $51,038 | $173,500 | 15.4% | 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.