Avoyelles Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 38,079, reflecting a -0.38% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Avoyelles Parish is the 28th largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 42,115 and has grown -9.58% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39 years
Female: 41 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 29,603 adults, (6,906 of whom are seniors) in Avoyelles Parish.
Female: 19,334 (49.7%)
Male: 19,571 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Avoyelles Parish includes 63.44% White, 27.36% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,680 | 63.44% |
| Black or African American | 10,646 | 27.36% |
| Two or more races | 2,616 | 6.72% |
| Other race | 383 | 0.98% |
| Asian | 354 | 0.91% |
| Native American | 226 | 0.58% |
Avoyelles Parish 's average per capita income is $35,211. Household income levels show a median of $39,325. The poverty rate stands at 27.84%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,245 | - |
| Families | $50,844 | $71,706 |
| Households | $39,325 | $62,189 |
| Non Families | $25,478 | $43,772 |
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