Louisiana State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Louisiana
Meet the key players in Louisiana's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Louisiana.
Jeff LandryGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Nancy LandrySecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Phillip DeVillierSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Louisiana Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Louisiana sends 2 Senators and 6 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 7 seats are up for election in 2026.
Bill CassidyU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2014 with 48.6%Up in 2026
John Neely KennedyU.S. SenateRepublican
Steve ScaliseU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 1RepublicanWon 2024 with 66.8%Up in 2026
Troy CarterU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 2DemocraticWon 2024 with 60.3%Up in 2026
Clay HigginsU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 3RepublicanWon 2024 with 70.6%Up in 2026
Mike JohnsonU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 85.8%Up in 2026
Julia LetlowU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 5RepublicanWon 2024 with 62.9%Up in 2026
Cleo FieldsU.S. House • Louisiana U.S. House Louisiana District 6DemocraticWon 2024 with 50.8%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Louisiana. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
4.6 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
37.8 years
0.9 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$60,023
$18,515 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.6%
8.4% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 86.9%
Poverty Rate
18.9%
6.5% above national avg
Uninsured: 8.1%
Broadband Access
84.8% of households
4.9% below national avg
What is the total population of Louisiana?
Louisiana has 4.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Louisiana?
The median age in Louisiana is 37.8 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Louisiana?
The median household income in Louisiana is $60,023. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Louisiana have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Louisiana, 86.9% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 26.6% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the poverty rate is 18.9% and the uninsured rate is 8.1%.
How many households in Louisiana have broadband?
In Louisiana, broadband access is 84.8% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Louisiana Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Louisiana (2020)?
Louisiana has 4.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Louisiana?
The median age in Louisiana is 37.8 years.
What is the median household income in Louisiana?
The median household income in Louisiana is $60,023.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the poverty rate is 18.9% and the uninsured rate is 8.1%.
How many households in Louisiana have broadband?
In Louisiana, broadband access is 84.8% of households.