Winnfield, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Winnfield, Louisiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 37.8% is well above the state average

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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.9x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Winnfield, Louisiana had a total population of 4,021, the 127th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $42,318, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 37.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Unemployment rate of 11.8% is notably above the national average.

Winnfield Quick Facts

Population 4,021

Median Household Income $42,318

Median Home Value $80,500

Poverty Rate 37.8%

Unemployment Rate 11.8%

Median Age 34.1 years

Homeownership Rate 40.5%

Affordability Ratio 1.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.9%

High School Graduation Rate 87.1%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 4,021 127th of 488

Median Income $42,318 below average

Poverty Rate 37.8% 204% higher than national

Median Home Value $80,500 bottom 20%

How Winnfield 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	4,042	4,021	-0.5%
Median household income	$46,089	$42,318	-8.2%
Median home value	$74,000	$80,500	+8.8%

How Winnfield Compares

Median Household Income

Winnfield

$42,318

$60,756

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Winnfield

$80,500

$216,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 30.1%

$25K-$50K 22.9%

$50K-$100K 27.4%

$100K+ 19.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

11.7%

$10K-$15K

7.1%

$15K-$20K

2.6%

$20K-$25K

8.7%

$25K-$30K

10.3%

$30K-$35K

4.3%

$35K-$40K

2.2%

$40K-$45K

4.0%

$45K-$50K

2.1%

$50K-$60K

4.5%

$60K-$75K

19.5%

$75K-$100K

3.4%

$100K-$125K

14.6%

$125K-$150K

1.5%

$150K-$200K

1.0%

$200K+

2.4%

Employment

11.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

52.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 40.5%

Renter 59.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $783/mo 22.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.0%

18-34

19.6%

35-54

28.6%

55-74

14.7%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 59 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Winnfield Rankings in Louisiana

#127 Population of 488

#292 Median Income of 437

#300 Education of 488

#363 Home Value of 425

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Other Cities in Winn Parish

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
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

Cities Similar to Winnfield

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jonesboro	4,063	$41,786	$80,300	13.8%	35.1%
Amite City	4,048	$44,636	$112,800	19.4%	11.2%
Church Point	4,096	$46,087	$96,700	9.1%	24.0%
Bayou Vista	3,842	$40,500	$144,700	10.9%	24.6%
Jackson	3,958	$37,844	$151,100	4.3%	32.0%

Population Overview

Winnfield is a small community located in Louisiana, within Winn Parish. The total population is 4,021. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Winnfield is 34.1 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 32.0% of the population under 18, Winnfield has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Winnfield is $42,318. This is 30% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 37.8%. This is 100% 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 11.8%. This is 88% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $80,500. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Winnfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 40.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% lower than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Winnfield is Black or African American, making up 54.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (54.1% vs 30.5%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (12.1% vs 7.2%).

Education

11.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 87.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Winnfield, 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 Winnfield, Louisiana?

Winnfield, Louisiana has a population of 4,021 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Winnfield, LA?

The median household income in Winnfield is $42,318, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Winnfield, LA?

The poverty rate in Winnfield is 37.8%. This means approximately 1,460 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Winnfield, Louisiana?

Winnfield's population is 31.3% White, 54.1% Black, 12.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Winnfield, LA?

The median home value in Winnfield is $80,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.

How educated is Winnfield, Louisiana?

11.9% of adults (25+) in Winnfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.