Lafourche Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 95,734, reflecting a 0.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lafourche Parish is the 15th largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 96,693 and has grown -0.99% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.4 years
Female: 39.7 years
Male: 39.1 years
There are 74,251 adults, (15,932 of whom are seniors) in Lafourche Parish.
Female: 48,690 (50.6%)
Male: 47,562 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Lafourche Parish includes 75.11% White, 12.81% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 72,295 | 75.11% |
| Black or African American | 12,330 | 12.81% |
| Two or more races | 6,837 | 7.1% |
| Native American | 2,675 | 2.78% |
| Other race | 1,545 | 1.61% |
| Asian | 568 | 0.59% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0% |
Lafourche Parish 's average per capita income is $49,052. Household income levels show a median of $63,135. The poverty rate stands at 16.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,547 | $115,254 |
| Families | $79,771 | $98,024 |
| Households | $63,135 | $84,949 |
| Non Families | $30,768 | $47,620 |
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