Napoleonville, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Napoleonville, Louisiana had a total population of 511, the 356th largest village in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 55.0%.
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 (55.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 23.4% is notably above the national average.
Napoleonville Quick Facts
How Napoleonville 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 | 468 | 511 | +9.2% |
How Napoleonville Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Napoleonville Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Assumption Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pierre Part | 2,308 | $60,144 | 18.8% | $176,000 |
| Bayou L'Ourse | 2,132 | $60,219 | 16.7% | $87,800 |
| Labadieville | 1,408 | $48,056 | 13.8% | $153,100 |
| Belle Rose | 1,400 | $60,976 | 11.2% | $123,000 |
| Paincourtville | 1,008 | N/A | 0.5% | $86,900 |
| Supreme | 803 | $29,760 | 33.0% | N/A |
| Bayou Corne | 183 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Napoleonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cankton | 514 | $72,000 | $191,100 | 26.5% | 16.2% |
| Siracusaville | 515 | $78,085 | $95,000 | 5.0% | 0.0% |
| Dulac | 517 | $38,750 | $106,500 | 4.4% | 19.7% |
| Tangipahoa | 522 | $20,144 | N/A | 4.3% | 65.5% |
| Junction City | 525 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 59.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 511, Napoleonville'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
Napoleonville is a small community located in Louisiana, within Assumption Parish. The total population is 511. It ranks as the 356th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Napoleonville is 28.9 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 33.1% of the population under 18, Napoleonville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.0%. This is 190% 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 23.4%. This is 272% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. 49.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Napoleonville is Black or African American, making up 62.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 13.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (13.3%) is well below the state average of 55.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (62.6% vs 30.5%).
Education
5.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 80% 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 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Napoleonville, 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 Napoleonville, Louisiana?
Napoleonville, Louisiana has a population of 511 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Napoleonville, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Napoleonville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Napoleonville, LA?
The poverty rate in Napoleonville is 55.0%. This means approximately 281 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Napoleonville, Louisiana?
Napoleonville's population is 13.3% White, 62.6% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Napoleonville, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Napoleonville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Napoleonville, Louisiana?
5.3% of adults (25+) in Napoleonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.