Saline, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Saline, Louisiana had a total population of 188, the 447th largest village in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Saline Quick Facts
How Saline 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 | 261 | 188 | -28.0% |
How Saline 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+)
Saline Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Bienville Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia | 2,635 | $24,860 | 42.1% | $93,700 |
| Ringgold | 1,405 | $30,592 | 33.8% | $92,800 |
| Gibsland | 681 | $22,121 | 34.2% | $93,300 |
| Castor | 325 | $30,179 | 45.9% | $90,000 |
| Lucky | 196 | $31,250 | 21.0% | $45,000 |
| Jamestown | 165 | $50,250 | 10.9% | $104,500 |
| Mount Lebanon | 143 | N/A | 4.9% | N/A |
| Bryceland | 139 | $72,870 | 13.0% | $66,500 |
| Bienville | 134 | $34,167 | 26.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Saline
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killona | 188 | $31,591 | N/A | 0.0% | 6.4% |
| Joyce | 189 | $59,113 | N/A | 0.0% | 18.5% |
| Atlanta | 190 | N/A | $85,200 | 9.6% | 23.2% |
| Plaucheville | 193 | $45,625 | $118,300 | 18.8% | 9.3% |
| Bayou Corne | 183 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 188, Saline'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
Saline is a small community located in Louisiana, within Bienville Parish. The total population is 188. It ranks as the 447th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Saline is 58.8 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 14.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Saline, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Saline has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.0% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
6.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 72.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Saline, 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 Saline, Louisiana?
Saline, Louisiana has a population of 188 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Saline, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Saline — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Saline, LA?
The poverty rate in Saline is 15.4%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Saline, Louisiana?
Saline's population is 92.0% White, 3.7% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Saline, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Saline — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Saline, Louisiana?
6.0% of adults (25+) in Saline hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.