Lillie, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lillie, Louisiana had a total population of 133, the 471st largest village in Louisiana, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 31.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Lillie Quick Facts
How Lillie 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 | 248 | 133 | -46.4% |
How Lillie 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lillie Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Union Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmerville | 3,407 | $26,356 | 42.3% | $104,900 |
| Bernice | 1,355 | $26,399 | 28.1% | $80,300 |
| Marion | 539 | $28,452 | 36.9% | $142,100 |
| Junction City | 525 | N/A | 59.1% | N/A |
| Spearsville | 93 | $44,375 | 22.6% | $87,500 |
Cities Similar to Lillie
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% |
| Triumph | 120 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 87.5% |
| Palmetto | 119 | N/A | N/A | 32.3% | 21.7% |
| Bordelonville | 150 | N/A | N/A | 22.5% | 34.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Lillie'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
Lillie is a small community located in Louisiana, within Union Parish. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 471st most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lillie is 45.4 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 11.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lillie is $53,750. This is 12% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 31.6%. This is 67% 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 2.3%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lillie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 40.6%.
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 77.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lillie, 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 Lillie, Louisiana?
Lillie, Louisiana has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lillie, LA?
The median household income in Lillie is $53,750, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lillie, LA?
The poverty rate in Lillie is 31.6%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lillie, Louisiana?
Lillie's population is 48.9% White, 40.6% Black, 10.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lillie, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lillie — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lillie, Louisiana?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Lillie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.