Acadia Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 56,514, reflecting a -0.08% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Acadia Parish is the 19th largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 61,876 and has grown -8.67% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.1 years
Female: 39.5 years
Male: 35.8 years
There are 42,166 adults, (9,390 of whom are seniors) in Acadia Parish.
Female: 29,087 (51.1%)
Male: 27,868 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Acadia Parish includes 77.02% White, 16% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 43,868 | 77.02% |
| Black or African American | 9,110 | 16% |
| Two or more races | 3,330 | 5.85% |
| Other race | 508 | 0.89% |
| Asian | 103 | 0.18% |
| Native American | 31 | 0.05% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.01% |
Acadia Parish 's average per capita income is $41,010. Household income levels show a median of $45,562. The poverty rate stands at 24.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,292 | $98,358 |
| Families | $65,516 | $83,662 |
| Households | $45,562 | $66,194 |
| Non Families | $23,394 | $32,895 |
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