West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana has a population of 27,974, the 35th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $87,299 and the median home value is $229,900. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
West Baton Rouge Parish Quick Facts
How West Baton Rouge 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 | 27,666 | 27,974 | +1.1% |
| Median household income | $87,320 | $87,299 | -0.0% |
| Median home value | $225,900 | $229,900 | +1.8% |
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 West Baton Rouge Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addis | 7,252 | $108,041 | 3.2% | $247,400 |
| Port Allen | 4,942 | $59,474 | 20.5% | $181,300 |
| Brusly | 2,593 | $105,538 | 7.9% | $253,900 |
| Erwinville | 2,420 | $52,120 | 53.1% | $189,500 |
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Population Overview
West Baton Rouge Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 27,974. It is the 35th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in West Baton Rouge Parish is 36.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in West Baton Rouge Parish is $87,299. This is 44% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 8% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $229,900. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, West Baton Rouge Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in West Baton Rouge Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 40.8%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 90.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
West Baton Rouge Parish has a population of 27,974, making it the 35th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in West Baton Rouge Parish?
The median household income in West Baton Rouge Parish is $87,299 with a poverty rate of 12.9%.
How many cities are in West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana?
West Baton Rouge Parish contains 4 Census-designated places.