St. Charles Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 50,106, reflecting a -0.29% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). St. Charles Parish is the 21st largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 52,817 and has grown -5.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.7 years
Female: 40.6 years
Male: 38.6 years
There are 39,012 adults, (7,981 of whom are seniors) in St. Charles Parish.
Female: 25,999 (50.6%)
Male: 25,397 (49.4%)
The racial composition of St. Charles Parish includes 63.93% White, 22.1% Black or African American, 4.12% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 32,857 | 63.93% |
| Black or African American | 11,356 | 22.1% |
| Two or more races | 4,140 | 8.06% |
| Other race | 2,120 | 4.12% |
| Native American | 486 | 0.95% |
| Asian | 429 | 0.83% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.02% |
St. Charles Parish 's average per capita income is $51,908. Household income levels show a median of $80,897. The poverty rate stands at 11.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $122,988 | - |
| Families | $100,129 | $116,636 |
| Households | $80,897 | $100,861 |
| Non Families | $36,998 | $53,732 |
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