Kilbourne, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kilbourne, Louisiana had a total population of 384, the 383rd largest village in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 19.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 13.7% is notably above the national average.
Kilbourne Quick Facts
How Kilbourne 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 | 384 | 384 | +0.0% |
How Kilbourne Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Kilbourne Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in West Carroll Parish
Cities Similar to Kilbourne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 382 | $53,750 | $153,400 | 26.6% | 25.1% |
| Sun | 381 | N/A | $160,700 | 17.5% | 11.6% |
| Dodson | 389 | $34,219 | $52,500 | 11.0% | 13.4% |
| Prospect | 378 | $89,688 | $173,000 | 10.3% | 6.1% |
| Crescent | 376 | $83,056 | $215,200 | 28.0% | 1.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 384, Kilbourne'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
Kilbourne is a small community located in Louisiana, within West Carroll Parish. The total population is 384. It ranks as the 383rd most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kilbourne is 66.3 years. This is 74% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 10.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 35.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 13.7%. This is 118% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $75,700. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $216,500. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kilbourne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.1% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 71.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kilbourne, 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 Kilbourne, Louisiana?
Kilbourne, Louisiana has a population of 384 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kilbourne, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kilbourne — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kilbourne, LA?
The poverty rate in Kilbourne is 19.3%. This means approximately 74 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kilbourne, Louisiana?
Kilbourne's population is 89.1% White, 0.5% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kilbourne, LA?
The median home value in Kilbourne is $75,700.
How educated is Kilbourne, Louisiana?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Kilbourne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.