Cities in Louisiana - Census Data
8 cities with population 50,000+ from the 2023 American Community Survey. Compare median income, poverty rates, education levels, and demographics across Louisiana.
All Cities
New OrleansPopulation: 376,035
Income: $55,339Poverty: 22.6%BA+: 42.0%
Baton RougePopulation: 223,699Income: $49,944Poverty: 25.0%BA+: 35.8%
ShreveportPopulation: 183,483Income: $48,465Poverty: 23.6%BA+: 27.5%
MetairiePopulation: 138,995Income: $73,256Poverty: 12.7%BA+: 39.9%
LafayettePopulation: 121,537Income: $61,454Poverty: 19.1%BA+: 40.6%
Lake CharlesPopulation: 81,679Income: $56,864Poverty: 23.2%BA+: 29.4%
KennerPopulation: 65,113Income: $64,099Poverty: 14.5%BA+: 28.7%
Bossier CityPopulation: 62,832Income: $55,130Poverty: 20.4%BA+: 24.4%
Louisiana Cities FAQ
How many cities in Louisiana have over 50,000 people?
There are 8 cities in Louisiana with a population of 50,000 or more, according to 2023 ACS estimates. The largest is New Orleans with 376,035.
Which Louisiana city has the highest median income?
Metairie has the highest median household income at $73,256 among Louisiana cities with 50,000+ residents.
Which Louisiana city has the lowest poverty rate?
Metairie has the lowest poverty rate at 12.7% among cities tracked.