Heflin, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Heflin, Louisiana had a total population of 139, the 467th largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $43,333, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Heflin Quick Facts
How Heflin 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 | 215 | 139 | -35.3% |
| Median household income | $42,813 | $43,333 | +1.2% |
| Median home value | $114,300 | $125,000 | +9.4% |
How Heflin 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+)
Heflin Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Webster Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minden | 11,455 | $34,294 | 26.7% | $130,200 |
| Springhill | 4,599 | $37,250 | 22.4% | $97,500 |
| Sibley | 1,376 | $42,061 | 24.2% | $148,200 |
| Cullen | 758 | $21,607 | 51.3% | $69,400 |
| Doyline | 725 | $34,327 | 30.8% | $80,500 |
| Sarepta | 724 | $56,136 | 15.6% | $83,200 |
| Cotton Valley | 701 | $36,316 | 24.8% | $68,600 |
| Dubberly | 339 | $45,625 | 17.1% | $167,400 |
| Dixie Inn | 300 | $23,125 | 66.0% | $45,000 |
| Shongaloo | 85 | $58,125 | 14.1% | $114,600 |
Cities Similar to Heflin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley | 136 | N/A | N/A | 25.3% | 22.1% |
| Mount Lebanon | 143 | N/A | N/A | 37.3% | 4.9% |
| Bordelonville | 150 | N/A | N/A | 22.5% | 34.0% |
| Ashland | 151 | $43,239 | $156,300 | 26.1% | 8.0% |
| Triumph | 120 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 87.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Heflin'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
Heflin is a small community located in Louisiana, within Webster Parish. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 467th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Heflin is 43.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Heflin is $43,333. This is 29% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Heflin, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $125,000. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Heflin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Heflin has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.6% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.6% vs 55.7%).
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 92.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Heflin, 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 Heflin, Louisiana?
Heflin, Louisiana has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Heflin, LA?
The median household income in Heflin is $43,333, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Heflin, LA?
The poverty rate in Heflin is 17.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Heflin, Louisiana?
Heflin's population is 98.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Heflin, LA?
The median home value in Heflin is $125,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Heflin, Louisiana?
16.0% of adults (25+) in Heflin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.