Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana has a total population of 11,451, the 48th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $85,984, which is 43% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 43% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.

Moss Bluff CDP Quick Facts

Population 11,451

Median Household Income $85,984

Median Home Value $242,300

Poverty Rate 12.3%

Unemployment Rate 1.4%

Median Age 44.2 years

Homeownership Rate 79.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.4%

High School Graduation Rate 92.4%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 11,451 48th of 487

Median Income $85,984 top 20%

Poverty Rate 12.3% about average national

Median Home Value $242,300 top 20%

How Moss Bluff CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Moss Bluff CDP

$85,984

$60,023

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Moss Bluff CDP

$242,300

$208,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.8%

$25K-$50K 15.8%

$50K-$100K 26.5%

$100K+ 46.9%

Employment

1.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3% | National: 5.2%

57.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.8%

Renter 20.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

14.7%

35-54

28.3%

55-74

27.3%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 58 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Moss Bluff CDP Rankings in Louisiana

#48 Population of 487

#47 Median Income of 487

#75 Education of 487

#62 Home Value of 487

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Cities Similar to Moss Bluff CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Covington city	11,568	$73,809	$292,500	36.7%	12.4%
Belle Chasse CDP	11,046	$96,381	$361,800	29.0%	7.7%
Destrehan CDP	11,786	$100,189	$303,400	41.3%	12.3%
Woodmere CDP	11,775	$73,615	$187,000	14.9%	12.8%
Mandeville city	12,931	$89,122	$363,300	46.6%	9.2%

Population Overview

Moss Bluff CDP is a small city located in Louisiana. The total population is 11,451. It ranks as the 48th most populous out of 487 cities and towns in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Moss Bluff CDP is 44.2 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Moss Bluff CDP is $85,984. This is 43% higher than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $242,300. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $208,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Moss Bluff CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Moss Bluff CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.0%. The Black or African American population (11.0%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

28.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 487 Census-designated places in Louisiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana?

Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana has a population of 11,451 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Moss Bluff CDP, LA?

The median household income in Moss Bluff CDP is $85,984, which is 9% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Moss Bluff CDP, LA?

The poverty rate in Moss Bluff CDP is 12.3%. This means approximately 1,406 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana?

Moss Bluff CDP's population is 83.1% White, 11.0% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Moss Bluff CDP, LA?

The median home value in Moss Bluff CDP is $242,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Moss Bluff CDP, Louisiana?

28.4% of adults (25+) in Moss Bluff CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.