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.

Winn Parish within Louisiana · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

13,506

Population

-0.94%

Annual growth

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%.

Winn Parish population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

13,405

Population (2024)

15,302

Population (2010)

15,302

Peak (2010)

-0.94%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	15,302	-	-	estimate
2011	15,155	-147	-0.96%	estimate
2012	15,105	-50	-0.33%	estimate
2013	14,852	-253	-1.67%	estimate
2014	14,823	-29	-0.20%	estimate
2015	14,646	-177	-1.19%	estimate
2016	14,539	-107	-0.73%	estimate
2017	14,355	-184	-1.27%	estimate
2018	14,132	-223	-1.55%	estimate
2019	13,961	-171	-1.21%	estimate
2020	13,718	-243	-1.74%	estimate
2021	13,496	-222	-1.62%	estimate
2022	13,305	-191	-1.42%	estimate
2023	13,412	+107	+0.80%	estimate
2024	13,405	-7	-0.05%	estimate

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

Under 5

4.8%

5–9

6.2%

10–14

6.3%

15–19

5.2%

20–24

6.0%

25–34

12.1%

35–44

15.7%

45–54

12.2%

55–59

6.8%

60–64

5.7%

65–74

11.1%

75–84

6.5%

85+

1.4%

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

Professional & business services

19.4%

Manufacturing

13.6%

Retail trade

12.7%

Construction

9.5%

Agriculture

8.3%

Public administration

8.0%

Information

5.9%

Education & health care

5.4%

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.