Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana has a population of 106,186, the 14th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $64,836 and the median home value is $187,200. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Terrebonne Parish Quick Facts
How Terrebonne Parish 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 | 107,362 | 106,186 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $64,819 | $64,836 | +0.0% |
| Median home value | $189,100 | $187,200 | -1.0% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Terrebonne Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houma | 32,392 | $58,194 | 16.3% | $205,900 |
| Bayou Cane | 21,253 | $74,350 | 16.0% | $188,700 |
| Bayou Blue | 12,218 | $63,958 | 23.9% | $189,100 |
| Schriever | 6,690 | $66,571 | 13.9% | $179,300 |
| Gray | 5,154 | $54,559 | 14.7% | $139,400 |
| Chauvin | 2,502 | $52,619 | 21.3% | $99,600 |
| Bourg | 2,239 | $69,094 | 10.4% | $170,500 |
| Presquille | 2,062 | $112,000 | 1.1% | $272,100 |
| Montegut | 1,266 | $57,076 | 25.3% | $123,600 |
| Dulac | 517 | $38,750 | 19.7% | $106,500 |
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Population Overview
Terrebonne Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 106,186. It is the 14th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Terrebonne Parish is 38.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Terrebonne Parish is $64,836. This is 7% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $187,200. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Terrebonne Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Terrebonne Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.3%.
Education
18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 84.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Terrebonne Parish come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Louisiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?
Terrebonne Parish has a population of 106,186, making it the 14th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Terrebonne Parish?
The median household income in Terrebonne Parish is $64,836 with a poverty rate of 16.0%.
How many cities are in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana?
Terrebonne Parish contains 10 Census-designated places.