Youngsville, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Youngsville, Louisiana Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Youngsville, Louisiana had a total population of 17,427, the 28th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $105,876, which is 74% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 74% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Louisiana.
37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Louisiana.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.

Youngsville Quick Facts

Population 17,427

Median Household Income $105,876

Median Home Value $287,700

Poverty Rate 9.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.2%

Median Age 34.8 years

Homeownership Rate 87.4%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.1%

High School Graduation Rate 95.4%

Diversity Index 27/100

Population 17,427 28th of 488

Median Income $105,876 top 10%

Poverty Rate 9.1% 27% lower than national

Median Home Value $287,700 top 10%

How Youngsville 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	16,664	17,427	+4.6%
Median household income	$113,164	$105,876	-6.4%
Median home value	$263,200	$287,700	+9.3%

How Youngsville Compares

Median Household Income

Youngsville

$105,876

$60,756

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Youngsville

$287,700

$216,500

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.4%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 22.2%

$100K+ 52.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.5%

$10K-$15K

3.0%

$15K-$20K

2.1%

$20K-$25K

4.8%

$25K-$30K

0.6%

$30K-$35K

2.6%

$35K-$40K

1.4%

$40K-$45K

2.5%

$45K-$50K

2.9%

$50K-$60K

8.2%

$60K-$75K

5.1%

$75K-$100K

8.9%

$100K-$125K

12.6%

$125K-$150K

7.4%

$150K-$200K

15.6%

$200K+

16.7%

Employment

1.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

72.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.4%

Renter 12.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,278/mo 14.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.8%

18-34

17.8%

35-54

29.2%

55-74

16.5%

75+

3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Youngsville Rankings in Louisiana

#28 Population of 488

#25 Median Income of 437

#35 Education of 488

#31 Home Value of 425

Explore Louisiana Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Lafayette Parish

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Lafayette	121,715	$61,915	18.3%	$257,000
Broussard	14,322	$116,179	13.5%	$310,200
Carencro	11,619	$63,401	24.5%	$214,800
Scott	8,609	$56,299	15.2%	$170,300
Milton	2,793	$105,625	20.3%	$264,800
Ossun	2,271	$40,810	24.6%	N/A
Duson	1,282	$25,054	39.3%	$54,300

Cities Similar to Youngsville

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Shenandoah	17,998	$107,021	$331,100	52.7%	8.2%
Estelle	16,341	$78,869	$217,300	18.8%	17.0%
Broussard	14,322	$116,179	$310,200	36.1%	13.5%
Zachary	19,952	$84,480	$259,100	32.6%	8.5%
Mandeville	12,946	$94,405	$376,100	49.0%	7.1%

Population Overview

Youngsville is a small city located in Louisiana, within Lafayette Parish. The total population is 17,427. It ranks as the 28th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Youngsville is 34.8 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 32.8% of the population under 18, Youngsville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Youngsville is $105,876. This is 74% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 31% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $287,700. Housing costs are 33% higher than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Youngsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Youngsville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.7% vs 55.7%). The Black or African American population (9.6%) is well below the state average of 30.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 7.2%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

37.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Youngsville in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 37% higher 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 95.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Youngsville, 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 Youngsville, Louisiana?

Youngsville, Louisiana has a population of 17,427 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Youngsville, LA?

The median household income in Youngsville is $105,876, which is 31% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Youngsville, LA?

The poverty rate in Youngsville is 9.1%. This means approximately 1,573 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Youngsville, Louisiana?

Youngsville's population is 84.7% White, 9.6% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Youngsville, LA?

The median home value in Youngsville is $287,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Youngsville, Louisiana?

37.1% of adults (25+) in Youngsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.