Sorrel, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sorrel, Louisiana had a total population of 564, the 341st largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $62,578, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sorrel Quick Facts
How Sorrel 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 | 695 | 564 | -18.8% |
How Sorrel 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sorrel Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. Mary Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 6,461 | $39,518 | 27.3% | $104,400 |
| Patterson | 5,744 | $49,886 | 22.9% | $160,400 |
| Berwick | 4,607 | $51,580 | 18.6% | $212,400 |
| Bayou Vista | 3,842 | $40,500 | 24.6% | $144,700 |
| Baldwin | 1,962 | $31,669 | 26.9% | $129,400 |
| Amelia | 1,712 | $55,472 | 18.0% | $87,500 |
| Charenton | 1,440 | $63,463 | 12.3% | $122,400 |
| Centerville | 685 | $74,509 | 24.5% | $320,400 |
| Siracusaville | 515 | $78,085 | 0.0% | $95,000 |
| Glencoe | 144 | $30,742 | 6.9% | $9,999 |
Cities Similar to Sorrel
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradis | 552 | $61,250 | $198,900 | 19.5% | 9.4% |
| Junction City | 525 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 59.1% |
| Napoleonville | 511 | N/A | N/A | 5.3% | 55.0% |
| Grand Isle | 623 | N/A | $269,500 | 15.4% | 36.5% |
| Wallace Ridge | 628 | N/A | $200,000 | 14.5% | 25.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 564, Sorrel'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
Sorrel is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. Mary Parish. The total population is 564. It ranks as the 341st most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sorrel is 35.5 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sorrel is $62,578. This is 3% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sorrel, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 83.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sorrel is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 39.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
7.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% 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 86.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sorrel, 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 Sorrel, Louisiana?
Sorrel, Louisiana has a population of 564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sorrel, LA?
The median household income in Sorrel is $62,578, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sorrel, LA?
The poverty rate in Sorrel is 15.1%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sorrel, Louisiana?
Sorrel's population is 53.7% White, 39.2% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sorrel, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sorrel — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sorrel, Louisiana?
7.8% of adults (25+) in Sorrel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.