Trout, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trout, Louisiana had a total population of 42, the 484th largest community in Louisiana. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
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A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
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Other Cities in LaSalle Parish
Cities Similar to Trout
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marthaville | 41 | $63,750 | N/A | 12.2% | 7.3% |
| Powhatan | 35 | $18,333 | N/A | 0.0% | 5.7% |
| Oak Ridge | 63 | $108,438 | $168,800 | 27.3% | 4.8% |
| Mound | 67 | N/A | $193,300 | 64.0% | 0.0% |
| Romeville | 26 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 19.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 42, Trout'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
Trout is a small community located in Louisiana, within LaSalle Parish. The total population is 42. It ranks as the 484th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
With 45.2% of the population under 18, Trout has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 428% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Trout, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Trout was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Trout, 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 Trout, Louisiana?
Trout, Louisiana has a population of 42 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Trout, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Trout — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Trout, LA?
The poverty rate in Trout is 100.0%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Trout, Louisiana?
Trout's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Trout, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Trout — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Trout, Louisiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Trout hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.