Marthaville, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Marthaville, Louisiana had a total population of 41, the 485th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Marthaville Quick Facts
How Marthaville 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 | 49 | 41 | -16.3% |
How Marthaville 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Marthaville Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Natchitoches Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natchitoches | 17,577 | $37,133 | 35.9% | $193,200 |
| Vienna Bend | 1,502 | $29,327 | 30.1% | $123,500 |
| Campti | 1,047 | $19,351 | 41.7% | $78,300 |
| Provencal | 564 | $79,375 | 3.7% | $116,200 |
| Point Place | 476 | $37,429 | 4.6% | $253,600 |
| Goldonna | 404 | $65,000 | 30.4% | $102,900 |
| Natchez | 351 | N/A | 47.9% | $66,900 |
| Clarence | 317 | N/A | 29.0% | $97,900 |
| Ashland | 151 | $43,239 | 8.0% | $156,300 |
| Robeline | 110 | $12,500 | 76.4% | $122,500 |
Cities Similar to Marthaville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trout | 42 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Romeville | 26 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 19.2% |
| Mound | 67 | N/A | $193,300 | 64.0% | 0.0% |
| Oak Ridge | 63 | $108,438 | $168,800 | 27.3% | 4.8% |
| Shongaloo | 85 | $58,125 | $114,600 | 21.9% | 14.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 41, Marthaville'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
Marthaville is a small community located in Louisiana, within Natchitoches Parish. The total population is 41. It ranks as the 485th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marthaville is 73.5 years. This is 93% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 48.8% 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 Marthaville is $63,750. This is 5% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Marthaville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Marthaville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.7% vs 55.7%).
Education
12.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Marthaville, 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 Marthaville, Louisiana?
Marthaville, Louisiana has a population of 41 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Marthaville, LA?
The median household income in Marthaville is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Marthaville, LA?
The poverty rate in Marthaville is 7.3%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Marthaville, Louisiana?
Marthaville's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Marthaville, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Marthaville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Marthaville, Louisiana?
12.2% of adults (25+) in Marthaville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.