Luling, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Luling, Louisiana had a total population of 13,960, the 35th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $76,539, which is 26% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Luling Quick Facts
How Luling 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 | 13,873 | 13,960 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $82,273 | $76,539 | -7.0% |
| Median home value | $268,400 | $273,800 | +2.0% |
How Luling 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Luling Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. Charles Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destrehan | 11,619 | $90,509 | 17.3% | $320,700 |
| St. Rose | 7,644 | $74,075 | 8.1% | $238,900 |
| Hahnville | 3,520 | $100,956 | 6.7% | $246,100 |
| Norco | 2,781 | $71,220 | 14.8% | $238,100 |
| Montz | 2,074 | $91,875 | 4.7% | $308,800 |
| Boutte | 2,027 | $68,220 | 11.2% | $231,200 |
| Bayou Gauche | 1,908 | $162,951 | 0.0% | $308,000 |
| Ama | 1,483 | $73,359 | 17.7% | $218,600 |
| New Sarpy | 1,247 | $51,989 | 9.4% | $95,700 |
| Paradis | 552 | $61,250 | 9.4% | $198,900 |
Cities Similar to Luling
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzales | 13,108 | $75,451 | $225,800 | 28.1% | 8.9% |
| Claiborne | 13,308 | $72,420 | $219,200 | 35.5% | 11.3% |
| River Ridge | 13,312 | $84,336 | $357,400 | 38.8% | 9.7% |
| Woodmere | 11,879 | $75,828 | $191,100 | 17.1% | 18.2% |
| Estelle | 16,341 | $78,869 | $217,300 | 18.8% | 17.0% |
Population Overview
Luling is a small city located in Louisiana, within St. Charles Parish. The total population is 13,960. It ranks as the 35th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Luling is 39.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Luling is $76,539. This is 26% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $273,800. Housing costs are 26% higher than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 87.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Luling is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.2%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
30.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% higher 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 91.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Luling, 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 Luling, Louisiana?
Luling, Louisiana has a population of 13,960 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Luling, LA?
The median household income in Luling is $76,539, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Luling, LA?
The poverty rate in Luling is 13.6%. This means approximately 1,889 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Luling, Louisiana?
Luling's population is 65.8% White, 20.2% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Luling, LA?
The median home value in Luling is $273,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Luling, Louisiana?
30.1% of adults (25+) in Luling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.