Winn Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Winn Parish, Louisiana has a population of 13,467, the 54th most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $48,871 and the median home value is $108,500. The poverty rate is 24.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Winn Parish Quick Facts
How Winn 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 | 13,506 | 13,467 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $46,368 | $48,871 | +5.4% |
| Median home value | $102,600 | $108,500 | +5.8% |
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 Winn Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winnfield | 4,021 | $42,318 | 37.8% | $80,500 |
| Dodson | 389 | $34,219 | 13.4% | $52,500 |
| Jordan Hill | 280 | N/A | 11.1% | $135,100 |
| Sikes | 279 | N/A | 3.2% | $92,900 |
| St. Maurice | 274 | N/A | 60.2% | N/A |
| Atlanta | 190 | N/A | 23.2% | $85,200 |
| Joyce | 189 | $59,113 | 18.5% | N/A |
| Calvin | 169 | $53,250 | 17.2% | $86,100 |
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Population Overview
Winn Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 13,467. It is the 54th most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 8 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Winn Parish is 40.1 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Winn Parish is $48,871. This is 20% 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 24.3%. This is 28% 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 unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $108,500. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Winn Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Winn Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 26.5%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 82.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Winn 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 Winn Parish, Louisiana?
Winn Parish has a population of 13,467, making it the 54th most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Winn Parish?
The median household income in Winn Parish is $48,871 with a poverty rate of 24.3%.
How many cities are in Winn Parish, Louisiana?
Winn Parish contains 8 Census-designated places.