Webster Parish, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 31st-largest in Louisiana
The population of Webster Parish, Louisiana is 36,189 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest county in Louisiana. The median household income is $37,396, the median home value is $105,600, and the median age is 41.2.
The population of Webster Parish has declined 14.6% since 2010 (41,202 → 35,184), a -1.12% annualized rate.
36,189
Population
-1.12%
Annual growth
61
People / sq mi
$37,396
Median Income
$105,600
Median Home Value
Webster Parish covers 593 sq mi of land at 61.0 people per square mile.
About Webster Parish, LA
Among US counties, Webster Parish stands out first on household income: a median of $37,396, below the US median of $78,538. With 36,189 residents, Webster Parish is a county in Louisiana. It ranks #31 among counties in Louisiana by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $37,396, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 21.2%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $105,600, with typical rent around $777.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 12.8%, below the national 35.0%. About 6.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Webster Parish Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Webster Parish had a population of 41,202 in 2010 and 35,184 in 2024, a -14.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 41,248 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -1.12%.
35,184
Population (2024)
41,202
Population (2010)
41,248
Peak (2011)
-1.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 41,202 |
| 2011 | 41,248 |
| 2012 | 40,914 |
| 2013 | 40,669 |
| 2014 | 40,292 |
| 2015 | 40,067 |
| 2016 | 39,750 |
| 2017 | 39,268 |
| 2018 | 38,780 |
| 2019 | 38,323 |
| 2020 | 36,887 |
| 2021 | 35,949 |
| 2022 | 35,635 |
| 2023 | 35,444 |
| 2024 | 35,184 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.9% |
| Black or African American | 33.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
41.2
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
20.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.9% · Seniors (65+): 20.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $37,396$-22,627 vs state |
| Mean household income | $58,262 |
| Per-capita income | $24,115 |
| Poverty rate | 21.2%+7.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 44.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Webster Parish is professional & business services, accounting for 24.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
84.1%
Public transit
6.9%
Work from home
28.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$105,600$-103,100 vs state
Median home value
$777
Median rent
68.2%
Homeownership rate
18,341
Total housing units
80.5%
Occupied
19.5%
Vacant
31.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.9%
With health insurance
88.6%
With broadband internet
17.7%
Foreign-born
6.7%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
98.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.2%
High School+
12.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Webster Parish, Louisiana has a population of 36,189 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest county in Louisiana. Population density is 61 people per square mile.
The population of Webster Parish has declined 14.6% since 2010 (41,202 → 35,184), a -1.12% annualized rate.
The median household income in Webster Parish, Louisiana is $37,396, with mean (average) household income of $58,262 and per-capita income of $24,115. 21.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Webster Parish, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.9%), Black or African American (33.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Webster Parish, Louisiana is 41.2 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Webster Parish is $105,600 and median monthly rent is $777. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,341 total housing units, 19.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Webster Parish, Louisiana is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.
New Orleans is among the largest cities associated with Webster Parish, Louisiana, with a population of 376,035.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.