Richland Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 19,498, reflecting a -0.43% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Richland Parish is the 43rd largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 20,757 and has grown -6.07% since 2010.
Overall: 40.1 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 38.2 years
There are 15,140 adults, (3,626 of whom are seniors) in Richland Parish.
Female: 9,974 (50.3%)
Male: 9,848 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Richland Parish includes 60.61% White, 35.79% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,014 | 60.61% |
| Black or African American | 7,095 | 35.79% |
| Two or more races | 481 | 2.43% |
| Other race | 195 | 0.98% |
| Native American | 19 | 0.1% |
| Asian | 12 | 0.06% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 6 | 0.03% |
Richland Parish 's average per capita income is $42,298. Household income levels show a median of $53,544. The poverty rate stands at 24.05%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $87,227 | - |
| Families | $64,000 | $86,097 |
| Households | $53,544 | $72,235 |
| Non Families | $23,838 | $33,173 |
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