Raceland, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Raceland, Louisiana had a total population of 9,585, the 59th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $60,286, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Raceland Quick Facts
How Raceland 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 | 10,517 | 9,585 | -8.9% |
| Median household income | $53,328 | $60,286 | +13.0% |
| Median home value | $163,100 | $187,800 | +15.1% |
How Raceland 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+)
Raceland Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Lafourche Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thibodaux | 15,732 | $52,072 | 19.6% | $232,500 |
| Galliano | 5,906 | $49,918 | 18.3% | $134,200 |
| Larose | 5,515 | $80,577 | 12.0% | $176,300 |
| Chackbay | 5,436 | $65,968 | 7.4% | $217,000 |
| Cut Off | 5,398 | $67,941 | 19.1% | $158,300 |
| Lafourche Crossing | 2,790 | $73,309 | 28.4% | $269,100 |
| Lockport | 2,618 | $60,398 | 10.8% | $160,800 |
| Des Allemands | 2,382 | $88,390 | 2.4% | $196,000 |
| Golden Meadow | 1,854 | $71,875 | 9.9% | $141,600 |
| Mathews | 1,598 | $86,607 | 6.0% | $205,500 |
Cities Similar to Raceland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeRidder | 9,763 | $59,801 | $156,600 | 20.8% | 19.1% |
| Jefferson | 9,703 | $57,235 | $247,700 | 35.7% | 16.4% |
| Jennings | 9,553 | $48,558 | $136,700 | 16.0% | 19.1% |
| Denham Springs | 9,323 | $71,569 | $188,200 | 23.3% | 6.0% |
| Scott | 8,609 | $56,299 | $170,300 | 22.3% | 15.2% |
Population Overview
Raceland is a small city located in Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The total population is 9,585. It ranks as the 59th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Raceland is 43.4 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Raceland is $60,286. This is about the same as the state median of $60,756. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $187,800. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Raceland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 81.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Raceland, 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 Raceland, Louisiana?
Raceland, Louisiana has a population of 9,585 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Raceland, LA?
The median household income in Raceland is $60,286, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Raceland, LA?
The poverty rate in Raceland is 13.8%. This means approximately 1,316 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Raceland, Louisiana?
Raceland's population is 71.8% White, 18.6% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Raceland, LA?
The median home value in Raceland is $187,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Raceland, Louisiana?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Raceland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.