St. Helena Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 10,941, reflecting a 0.39% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). St. Helena Parish is the 56th largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 11,206 and has grown -2.36% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43 years
Female: 41.7 years
Male: 43.7 years
There are 8,641 adults, (2,327 of whom are seniors) in St. Helena Parish.
Female: 5,761 (53.1%)
Male: 5,097 (46.9%)
The racial composition of St. Helena Parish includes 50.66% Black or African American, 44.69% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 5,501 | 50.66% |
| White | 4,852 | 44.69% |
| Two or more races | 384 | 3.54% |
| Native American | 70 | 0.64% |
| Asian | 39 | 0.36% |
| Other race | 12 | 0.11% |
St. Helena Parish 's average per capita income is $35,657. Household income levels show a median of $41,934. The poverty rate stands at 32.43%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,984 | - |
| Families | $60,206 | $79,226 |
| Households | $41,934 | $58,968 |
| Non Families | $25,357 | $35,860 |
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