Lake Charles city, LA — Population & Demographics
Lake Charles city, LA has a population of 81,679. The median household income is $56,864 and the median age is 36.2.
81,679
Population
$56,864
Median Income
$204,000
Median Home Value
36.2
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 47.3% |
| Black or African American | 42.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,864
Median Household Income
$35,847
Per Capita Income
16.2%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$204,000
Median Home Value
$1,090
Median Rent
61.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.2%
High School+
29.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
4.8%
Work From Home
17.9 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Lake Charles city, LA has a population of 81,679 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Lake Charles city, LA is $56,864, with 16.2% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Lake Charles city, LA is $204,000, with median rent at $1,090.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.