Monroe, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Monroe, Louisiana is 47,241 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $36,521, the median home value is $174,800, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has declined 4.7% since 2010 (48,902 → 46,622).
47,241
Population
1589
People / sq mi
$36,521
Median Income
$174,800
Median Home Value
Get Monroe's next ACS population data
Subscribe for Population Review updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Monroe covers 29.7 sq mi of land at 1589 people per square mile.
About Monroe, LA
The poverty rate is what most separates Monroe from the typical city: 32.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 47,241 residents, Monroe is a city in Louisiana. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Louisiana in the country, at #9 by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $36,521, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 32.3%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $174,800, with typical rent around $823.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Monroe: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Monroe city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Monroe city had a population of 48,902 in 2010 and 46,622 in 2024, a -4.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 49,124 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.34%.
46,622
Population (2024)
48,902
Population (2010)
49,124
Peak (2013)
-0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,902 |
| 2011 | 49,001 |
| 2012 | 49,059 |
| 2013 | 49,124 |
| 2014 | 49,049 |
| 2015 | 49,010 |
| 2016 | 48,822 |
| 2017 | 48,273 |
| 2018 | 47,808 |
| 2019 | 47,294 |
| 2020 | 47,620 |
| 2021 | 47,211 |
| 2022 | 46,861 |
| 2023 | 46,670 |
| 2024 | 46,622 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 33.4% |
| Black or African American | 60.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$36,521
Median Household Income
$26,889
Per Capita Income
32.3%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$174,800
Median Home Value
$823
Median Rent
45.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.8%
High School+
28.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.9%
Drive Alone
73.7%
Public Transit
7.1%
Work From Home
18.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.8%
Foreign Born
95.2%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
14.7%
With Disability
92.2%
Health Insurance
84.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 33.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.0% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Manufacturing | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.1% |
| Construction | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
Largest cities in Louisiana
Largest counties in Louisiana
Part of Louisiana
Metro areas in Louisiana
City rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
Monroe, Louisiana has a population of 47,241 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest city in Louisiana.
The median household income in Monroe, Louisiana is $36,521, with 32.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Monroe, Louisiana is $174,800, with median monthly rent at $823 and a homeownership rate of 45.1%.
The median age in Monroe, Louisiana is 34.7 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
The population has declined 4.7% since 2010 (48,902 → 46,622).
Where to stay in Monroe
Visiting or relocating to Monroe, LA? Compare hotels and short-term rentals across the metro — live availability and prices.
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
More from Louisiana
Population 376,035
Population 223,699
Population 183,483
Population 138,995
Population 121,537
Full rankings of Louisiana cities by population
Statewide data for Louisiana
Population, race, income, age, and trends across Louisiana
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.