Carencro, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carencro, Louisiana is 10,882 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $70,217, the median home value is $211,200, and the median age is 34.2.
The population has grown 67.5% since 2010 (7,692 → 12,883).
10,882
Population
1385
People / sq mi
$70,217
Median Income
$211,200
Median Home Value
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Carencro covers 7.9 sq mi of land at 1385 people per square mile.
About Carencro, LA
Carencro is defined demographically by education — 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 10,882 residents, Carencro is a city in Louisiana.
Median household income is $70,217, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.4%, close to the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $211,200, with typical rent around $924.
Carencro is among the least college-educated US cities, at 15.9% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.8%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Carencro city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carencro city had a population of 7,692 in 2010 and 12,883 in 2024, a 67.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,883 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.85%.
12,883
Population (2024)
7,692
Population (2010)
12,883
Peak (2024)
3.85%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,692 |
| 2011 | 7,889 |
| 2012 | 8,083 |
| 2013 | 8,327 |
| 2014 | 8,453 |
| 2015 | 8,553 |
| 2016 | 8,765 |
| 2017 | 8,947 |
| 2018 | 9,196 |
| 2019 | 9,449 |
| 2020 | 9,372 |
| 2021 | 10,831 |
| 2022 | 12,335 |
| 2023 | 12,646 |
| 2024 | 12,883 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 40.3% |
| Black or African American | 49.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,217
Median Household Income
$31,927
Per Capita Income
12.4%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$211,200
Median Home Value
$924
Median Rent
68.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.4%
High School+
15.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
81.9%
Public Transit
12.8%
Work From Home
31.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.1%
Foreign Born
91.4%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
11.0%
With Disability
95.3%
Health Insurance
91.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 10.6% |
| Construction | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 3.7% |
| Manufacturing | 2.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carencro, Louisiana has a population of 10,882 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest city in Louisiana.
The median household income in Carencro, Louisiana is $70,217, with 12.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carencro, Louisiana is $211,200, with median monthly rent at $924 and a homeownership rate of 68.3%.
The median age in Carencro, Louisiana is 34.2 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
The population has grown 67.5% since 2010 (7,692 → 12,883).
Carencro city, LA Climate
Carencro city, LA has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F) and receives about 1574 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.7°C
Avg Temp
1574
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 152 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 111 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 116 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 119 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 139 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 148 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 158 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 130 mm |
| September | 25° / 78° | 129 mm |
| October | 20° / 69° | 110 mm |
| November | 15° / 60° | 121 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 141 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Carencro city, LA
The most comfortable months to visit Carencro city, LA are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.