Welcome, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Welcome, Louisiana had a total population of 796, the 296th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Welcome Quick Facts
How Welcome 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 | 751 | 796 | +6.0% |
| Median household income | $56,453 | $56,250 | -0.4% |
How Welcome 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+)
Welcome Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. James Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutcher | 2,991 | $60,375 | 14.1% | $219,600 |
| South Vacherie | 2,954 | $81,310 | 3.7% | $234,600 |
| Gramercy | 2,814 | $67,813 | 11.2% | $225,100 |
| Grand Point | 2,341 | $88,674 | 5.1% | $253,800 |
| North Vacherie | 1,905 | $37,083 | 18.8% | $221,900 |
| Paulina | 1,785 | $88,839 | 2.1% | $283,100 |
| Hester | 654 | $138,879 | 0.0% | $194,000 |
| Convent | 637 | N/A | 4.4% | N/A |
| Union | 526 | $71,563 | 6.1% | N/A |
| St. James | 431 | N/A | 3.0% | $181,700 |
Cities Similar to Welcome
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krotz Springs | 831 | N/A | $63,300 | 6.3% | 26.6% |
| Lakeview | 781 | $59,333 | $157,100 | 5.1% | 27.4% |
| Hessmer | 828 | $50,625 | $171,300 | 9.8% | 26.7% |
| Tickfaw | 857 | $54,125 | $180,300 | 13.8% | 20.6% |
| Sarepta | 724 | $56,136 | $83,200 | 7.0% | 15.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 796, Welcome'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
Welcome is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. James Parish. The total population is 796. It ranks as the 296th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Welcome is 26.4 years. This is 31% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Welcome is $56,250. This is 7% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Welcome, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Welcome is Black or African American, making up 83.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 55.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (83.5% vs 30.5%).
Education
4.6% 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. This is 83% 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 97.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Welcome, 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 Welcome, Louisiana?
Welcome, Louisiana has a population of 796 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Welcome, LA?
The median household income in Welcome is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Welcome, LA?
The poverty rate in Welcome is 16.2%. This means approximately 129 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Welcome, Louisiana?
Welcome's population is 5.3% White, 83.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Welcome, LA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Welcome — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Welcome, Louisiana?
4.6% of adults (25+) in Welcome hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.