Winn Parish, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in Louisiana
The population of Winn Parish, Louisiana is 13,506 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in Louisiana. The median household income is $46,368, the median home value is $102,600, and the median age is 41.6.
The population of Winn Parish has declined 12.4% since 2010 (15,302 → 13,405), a -0.94% annualized rate.
13,506
Population
-0.94%
Annual growth
14
People / sq mi
$46,368
Median Income
$102,600
Median Home Value
Winn Parish covers 950 sq mi of land at 14.2 people per square mile.
About Winn Parish, LA
Winn Parish is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 9.4% of the population. Winn Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of 13,506.
The typical household earns $46,368, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.9% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $102,600, with typical rent around $640.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 16.1% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.7% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Winn Parish Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Winn Parish had a population of 15,302 in 2010 and 13,405 in 2024, a -12.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,302 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.94%.
13,405
Population (2024)
15,302
Population (2010)
15,302
Peak (2010)
-0.94%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,302 |
| 2011 | 15,155 |
| 2012 | 15,105 |
| 2013 | 14,852 |
| 2014 | 14,823 |
| 2015 | 14,646 |
| 2016 | 14,539 |
| 2017 | 14,355 |
| 2018 | 14,132 |
| 2019 | 13,961 |
| 2020 | 13,718 |
| 2021 | 13,496 |
| 2022 | 13,305 |
| 2023 | 13,412 |
| 2024 | 13,405 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.7% |
| Black or African American | 28.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.6
Median Age
45.7%
Female
54.3%
Male
19.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.3% · Seniors (65+): 19.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $46,368$-13,655 vs state |
| Mean household income | $70,666 |
| Per-capita income | $27,165 |
| Poverty rate | 13.9%-0.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 44.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Winn Parish is professional & business services, accounting for 19.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.4%
Carpool
80.5%
Public transit
5.7%
Work from home
31.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$102,600$-106,100 vs state
Median home value
$640
Median rent
71.1%
Homeownership rate
6,372
Total housing units
76.6%
Occupied
23.4%
Vacant
28.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.8%
With health insurance
87.2%
With broadband internet
9.4%
Foreign-born
6.5%
Veterans (18+)
18.9%
With a disability
94.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.4%
High School+
16.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winn Parish, Louisiana has a population of 13,506 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in Louisiana. Population density is 14 people per square mile.
The population of Winn Parish has declined 12.4% since 2010 (15,302 → 13,405), a -0.94% annualized rate.
The median household income in Winn Parish, Louisiana is $46,368, with mean (average) household income of $70,666 and per-capita income of $27,165. 13.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Winn Parish, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (63.7%), Black or African American (28.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Winn Parish, Louisiana is 41.6 years. Residents are 45.7% female and 54.3% male.
The median home value in Winn Parish is $102,600 and median monthly rent is $640. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,372 total housing units, 23.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Winn Parish, Louisiana is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
New Orleans is among the largest cities associated with Winn Parish, Louisiana, with a population of 376,035.
Winn Parish, LA Climate
Winn Parish, LA has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 1496 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
1496
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 135 mm |
| February | 10° / 51° | 127 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 141 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 120 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 155 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 119 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 113 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 91 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 105 mm |
| October | 19° / 65° | 100 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 126 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 164 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 Winn Parish, LA
The most comfortable months to visit Winn Parish, LA are typically October, September and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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