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Crowley, Louisiana Population 2026

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

The population of Crowley, Louisiana is 11,554 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $27,826, the median home value is $141,800, and the median age is 41.4.

The population has declined 15.5% since 2010 (13,268 → 11,216).

11,554

Population

1975

People / sq mi

$27,826

Median Income

$141,800

Median Home Value

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Crowley covers 5.8 sq mi of land at 1975 people per square mile.

About Crowley, LA

What sets Crowley apart is money: median household income runs $27,826, below the US median of $78,538. Crowley is a city in Louisiana with a population of 11,554. It ranks #47 among cities in Louisiana by population.

Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $27,826, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 33.8%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $141,800, with typical rent around $560.

Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 19.3%, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

Crowley city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Crowley city had a population of 13,268 in 2010 and 11,216 in 2024, a -15.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,268 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.18%.

2010 · 13K20102024
Crowley city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

11,216

Population (2024)

13,268

Population (2010)

13,268

Peak (2010)

-1.18%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,268
201113,214
201213,162
201313,147
201413,135
201513,055
201612,955
201712,796
201812,653
201912,588
202011,678
202111,553
202211,383
202311,299
202411,216

Race & Ethnicity

White64.3%
Black or African American26.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$27,826

Median Household Income

$23,470

Per Capita Income

33.8%

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$141,800

Median Home Value

$560

Median Rent

50.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

76.1%

High School+

19.3%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

86.1%

Public Transit

3.6%

Work From Home

20.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

8.8%

Foreign Born

95.4%

Non-English at Home

5.0%

Veterans

23.6%

With Disability

94.7%

Health Insurance

82.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management26.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services11.8%
Manufacturing8.7%
Information8.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate8.0%
Retail Trade5.4%
Agriculture & Mining4.9%
Public Administration4.2%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.7%
Construction3.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crowley, Louisiana has a population of 11,554 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest city in Louisiana.

The median household income in Crowley, Louisiana is $27,826, with 33.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Crowley, Louisiana is $141,800, with median monthly rent at $560 and a homeownership rate of 50.2%.

The median age in Crowley, Louisiana is 41.4 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

The population has declined 15.5% since 2010 (13,268 → 11,216).


Crowley city, LA Climate

Crowley city, LA has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F) and receives about 1521 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

19.9°C

Avg Temp

1521

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

0°10°20°30°40°153mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Crowley city, LA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January10° / 50°136 mm
February12° / 54°104 mm
March16° / 61°108 mm
April20° / 68°109 mm
May24° / 75°137 mm
June27° / 80°140 mm
July28° / 82°153 mm
August28° / 82°144 mm
September26° / 78°135 mm
October21° / 69°105 mm
November16° / 60°113 mm
December12° / 53°137 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 Crowley city, LA

The most comfortable months to visit Crowley 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 5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.

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

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