Claiborne, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Claiborne, Louisiana is 12,647 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 40th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $69,173, the median home value is $214,100, and the median age is 34.5.
12,647
Population
1270
People / sq mi
$69,173
Median Income
$214,100
Median Home Value
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Claiborne covers 10.0 sq mi of land at 1270 people per square mile.
About Claiborne, LA
Age is the most distinctive thing about Claiborne: a median age of 34.5, younger than the national median. With 12,647 residents, Claiborne is a city in Louisiana. It ranks #40 among cities in Louisiana by population.
Median household income is $69,173, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.1%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $214,100, with typical rent around $1,181.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 33.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.3% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.3% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$69,173
Median Household Income
$33,285
Per Capita Income
11.1%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$214,100
Median Home Value
$1,181
Median Rent
63.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.3%
High School+
33.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
82.5%
Public Transit
7.3%
Work From Home
21.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.7%
Foreign Born
95.1%
Non-English at Home
5.9%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Construction | 9.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Manufacturing | 6.1% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.0% |
| Retail Trade | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Claiborne, Louisiana has a population of 12,647 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 40th-largest city in Louisiana.
The median household income in Claiborne, Louisiana is $69,173, with 11.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Claiborne, Louisiana is $214,100, with median monthly rent at $1,181 and a homeownership rate of 63.0%.
The median age in Claiborne, Louisiana is 34.5 years. The population is 46.9% male and 53.1% female.
Claiborne Cdp, LA Climate
Claiborne Cdp, LA has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F) and receives about 1367 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18°C
Avg Temp
1367
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 130 mm |
| February | 10° / 49° | 123 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 137 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 115 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 141 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 106 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 94 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 79 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 89 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 104 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 114 mm |
| December | 9° / 47° | 135 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 Claiborne Cdp, LA
The most comfortable months to visit Claiborne Cdp, LA are typically September, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.