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Lockport, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lockport, Louisiana had a total population of 2,618, the 161st largest town in Louisiana, with a median household income of $60,398, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Lockport Quick Facts

Population 2,618
Median Household Income $60,398
Median Home Value $160,800
Poverty Rate 10.8%
Unemployment Rate 5.6%
Median Age 41.3 years
Homeownership Rate 76.6%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.0%
High School Graduation Rate 82.3%
Diversity Index 27/100
Population 2,618 161st of 488
Median Income $60,398 above average
Poverty Rate 10.8% 13% lower than national
Median Home Value $160,800 average

How Lockport Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,8742,618-8.9%
Median household income$59,583$60,398+1.4%
Median home value$165,900$160,800-3.1%

How Lockport Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.2%
$25K-$50K 25.5%
$50K-$100K 30.6%
$100K+ 21.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.5%
$10K-$15K
2.7%
$15K-$20K
7.1%
$20K-$25K
6.0%
$25K-$30K
2.1%
$30K-$35K
7.3%
$35K-$40K
3.8%
$40K-$45K
7.4%
$45K-$50K
5.0%
$50K-$60K
1.9%
$60K-$75K
14.5%
$75K-$100K
14.3%
$100K-$125K
7.2%
$125K-$150K
4.7%
$150K-$200K
3.8%
$200K+
6.0%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%
52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.6%
Renter 23.4%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $958/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

27out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 61

Education

Lockport Rankings in Louisiana

#161 Population of 488
#161 Median Income of 437
#337 Education of 488
#195 Home Value of 425

Other Cities in Lafourche Parish

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Thibodaux 15,732 $52,072 19.6% $232,500
Raceland 9,585 $60,286 13.8% $187,800
Galliano 5,906 $49,918 18.3% $134,200
Larose 5,515 $80,577 12.0% $176,300
Chackbay 5,436 $65,968 7.4% $217,000
Cut Off 5,398 $67,941 19.1% $158,300
Lafourche Crossing 2,790 $73,309 28.4% $269,100
Des Allemands 2,382 $88,390 2.4% $196,000
Golden Meadow 1,854 $71,875 9.9% $141,600
Mathews 1,598 $86,607 6.0% $205,500

Cities Similar to Lockport

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Pearl River2,614$56,719$235,20020.3%17.9%
Delcambre2,552$59,038$128,00014.1%18.5%
Benton2,548$58,143$201,00020.0%23.9%
Lake Arthur2,585$53,920$83,60013.5%23.3%
Delhi2,573$52,132$118,00012.1%25.1%

Population Overview

Lockport is a small community located in Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The total population is 2,618. It ranks as the 161st most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lockport is 41.3 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 12.0% 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 Lockport is $60,398. This is about the same as the state median of $60,756. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $160,800. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Lockport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lockport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.3% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.6% vs 1.7%).

Education

10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 82.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lockport, 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 Lockport, Louisiana?

Lockport, Louisiana has a population of 2,618 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lockport, LA?

The median household income in Lockport is $60,398, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lockport, LA?

The poverty rate in Lockport is 10.8%. This means approximately 283 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lockport, Louisiana?

Lockport's population is 85.3% White, 1.8% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lockport, LA?

The median home value in Lockport is $160,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Lockport, Louisiana?

10.0% of adults (25+) in Lockport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.