River Ridge, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of River Ridge, Louisiana is 13,170 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $84,464, the median home value is $330,700, and the median age is 46.7.
13,170
Population
4710
People / sq mi
$84,464
Median Income
$330,700
Median Home Value
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River Ridge covers 2.8 sq mi of land at 4710 people per square mile.
About River Ridge, LA
River Ridge skews on age — the median resident is 46.7, older than the national median. River Ridge is a city in Louisiana with a population of 13,170. It ranks #36 among cities in Louisiana by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $84,464 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.9%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $330,700, with typical rent around $1,067.
37.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 12.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in River Ridge — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$84,464
Median Household Income
$49,037
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$330,700
Median Home Value
$1,067
Median Rent
70.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.1%
High School+
37.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
73.5%
Public Transit
12.6%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.4%
Foreign Born
92.7%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
15.1%
With Disability
95.8%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.3% |
| Information | 9.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.8% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Manufacturing | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
River Ridge, Louisiana has a population of 13,170 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest city in Louisiana.
The median household income in River Ridge, Louisiana is $84,464, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in River Ridge, Louisiana is $330,700, with median monthly rent at $1,067 and a homeownership rate of 70.9%.
The median age in River Ridge, Louisiana is 46.7 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
River Ridge Cdp, LA Climate
River Ridge Cdp, LA has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F) and receives about 1605 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.4°C
Avg Temp
1605
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 53° | 140 mm |
| February | 13° / 56° | 136 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 135 mm |
| April | 20° / 68° | 119 mm |
| May | 24° / 76° | 128 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 147 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 168 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 159 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 145 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 79 mm |
| November | 16° / 62° | 121 mm |
| December | 13° / 56° | 128 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 River Ridge Cdp, LA
The most comfortable months to visit River Ridge Cdp, 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 6°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.