West Carroll Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
West Carroll Parish, Louisiana has a population of 9,464, the 59th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $49,134 and the median home value is $94,400. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
West Carroll Parish Quick Facts
How West Carroll 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 | 9,622 | 9,464 | -1.6% |
| Median household income | $48,514 | $49,134 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $97,600 | $94,400 | -3.3% |
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
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Cities & Places in West Carroll Parish
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Population Overview
West Carroll Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 9,464. It is the 59th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in West Carroll Parish is 42.1 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in West Carroll Parish is $49,134. This is 19% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 39% 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 unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $94,400. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, West Carroll Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in West Carroll Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.7%. The Black or African American population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 81.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for West Carroll 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 Carroll Parish, Louisiana?
West Carroll Parish has a population of 9,464, making it the 59th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in West Carroll Parish?
The median household income in West Carroll Parish is $49,134 with a poverty rate of 16.2%.
How many cities are in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana?
West Carroll Parish contains 5 Census-designated places.