Newellton, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Newellton, Louisiana Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newellton, Louisiana had a total population of 997, the 271st largest town in Louisiana, with a median household income of $25,190, which is 59% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 46.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 59% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (46.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 5.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Unemployment rate of 10.4% is notably above the national average.

Newellton Quick Facts

Population 997

Median Household Income $25,190

Median Home Value $52,800

Poverty Rate 46.9%

Unemployment Rate 10.4%

Median Age 45.5 years

Homeownership Rate 54.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.7%

High School Graduation Rate 76.3%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 997 271st of 488

Median Income $25,190 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 46.9% 277% higher than national

Median Home Value $52,800 bottom 10%

How Newellton 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	909	997	+9.7%
Median household income	$25,477	$25,190	-1.1%
Median home value	$45,500	$52,800	+16.0%

How Newellton Compares

Median Household Income

Newellton

$25,190

$60,756

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Newellton

$52,800

$216,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 48.7%

$25K-$50K 37.0%

$50K-$100K 11.9%

$100K+ 2.4%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

9.7%

$10K-$15K

26.2%

$15K-$20K

1.1%

$20K-$25K

11.7%

$25K-$30K

17.5%

$30K-$35K

6.3%

$35K-$40K

5.4%

$40K-$45K

6.7%

$45K-$50K

1.1%

$50K-$60K

2.2%

$60K-$75K

1.7%

$75K-$100K

8.0%

$100K-$125K

1.3%

$125K-$150K

0.9%

$150K-$200K

0.2%

$200K+

0.0%

Employment

10.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

42.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.5%

Renter 45.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $542/mo 25.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.4%

18-34

15.6%

35-54

13.7%

55-74

27.8%

75+

16.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Newellton Rankings in Louisiana

#271 Population of 488

#404 Median Income of 437

#420 Education of 488

#411 Home Value of 425

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Other Cities in Tensas Parish

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
St. Joseph	603	$38,393	39.1%	$59,100
Waterproof	576	$21,786	70.7%	$47,300

Cities Similar to Newellton

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Paincourtville	1,008	N/A	$86,900	15.1%	0.5%
Rosedale	1,034	N/A	$123,000	22.6%	10.2%
Midway	937	$25,590	$183,100	3.3%	37.5%
Merryville	1,004	$29,219	$100,500	8.1%	31.1%
Morse	1,099	N/A	$82,600	7.6%	21.8%

A note before these figures: with a population of 997, Newellton'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

Newellton is a small community located in Louisiana, within Tensas Parish. The total population is 997. It ranks as the 271st most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Newellton is 45.5 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 16.6% 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 Newellton is $25,190. This is 59% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 69% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 46.9%. This is 148% 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 10.4%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $52,800. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Newellton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Newellton is Black or African American, making up 78.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 17.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (17.8%) is well below the state average of 55.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (78.2% vs 30.5%).

Education

5.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 76.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Newellton, 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 Newellton, Louisiana?

Newellton, Louisiana has a population of 997 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Newellton, LA?

The median household income in Newellton is $25,190, which is 69% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Newellton, LA?

The poverty rate in Newellton is 46.9%. This means approximately 468 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Newellton, Louisiana?

Newellton's population is 17.8% White, 78.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Newellton, LA?

The median home value in Newellton is $52,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Newellton, Louisiana?

5.7% of adults (25+) in Newellton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.