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Population Review

Bogalusa, Louisiana Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Bogalusa, Louisiana is 10,539 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 56th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $37,846, the median home value is $107,000, and the median age is 38.1.

The population has declined 15.2% since 2010 (12,222 → 10,367).

10,539

Population

1109

People / sq mi

$37,846

Median Income

$107,000

Median Home Value

Bogalusa covers 9.5 sq mi of land at 1109 people per square mile.

About Bogalusa, LA

Bogalusa is a city in Louisiana with a population of 10,539. It ranks #56 among cities in Louisiana by population. The median age is 38.1, in line with the national median. The population is 44.7% male and 55.3% female.

The median household income in Bogalusa is $37,846, below the US median of $74,580. 28.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $107,000, with monthly rent averaging $710. The homeownership rate of 51.3% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Bogalusa reflects 14.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 0.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.6 minutes each way.

Bogalusa city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Bogalusa city had a population of 12,222 in 2010 and 10,367 in 2024, a -15.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,222 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.15%.

2010 · 12K20102024

10,367

Population (2024)

12,222

Population (2010)

12,222

Peak (2010)

-1.15%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201012,222
201112,185
201212,019
201311,902
201411,833
201511,794
201611,751
201711,727
201811,655
201911,504
202010,620
202110,533
202210,429
202310,382
202410,367

Race & Ethnicity

White46.2%
Black or African American47.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$37,846

Median Household Income

$20,635

Per Capita Income

28.7%

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$107,000

Median Home Value

$710

Median Rent

51.3%

Owner-Occupied

Education

83.8%

High School+

14.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

69.4%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

29.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

20.3%

Foreign Born

90.8%

Non-English at Home

8.8%

Veterans

22.3%

With Disability

87.6%

Health Insurance

79.4%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management25.0%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate16.0%
Public Administration8.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services7.1%
Manufacturing6.5%
Construction6.5%
Retail Trade4.5%
Information4.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services1.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bogalusa, Louisiana has a population of 10,539 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 56th-largest city in Louisiana.

The median household income in Bogalusa, Louisiana is $37,846, with 28.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Bogalusa, Louisiana is $107,000, with median monthly rent at $710 and a homeownership rate of 51.3%.

The median age in Bogalusa, Louisiana is 38.1 years. The population is 44.7% male and 55.3% female.

The population has declined 15.2% since 2010 (12,222 → 10,367).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.