Iberia Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Iberia Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 69,194. It is the 17th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Iberia Parish is 37.8 years. This is about average than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Iberia Parish is $57,811. This is 4% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 22.6%. This is 20% 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 unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $156,000. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $208,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Iberia Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Iberia Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 30.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.6% vs 1.7%).

Education

14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower 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 83.2%.