St. Bernard Parish's 2026 population is estimated at 45,059, reflecting a 0.31% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). St. Bernard Parish is the 25th largest parish in Louisiana. The 2010 population was 36,821 and has grown 22.37% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.2 years
Female: 36.5 years
Male: 35.9 years
There are 32,905 adults, (5,928 of whom are seniors) in St. Bernard Parish.
Female: 22,709 (51.1%)
Male: 21,710 (48.9%)
The racial composition of St. Bernard Parish includes 58.32% White, 23.84% 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 | 25,906 | 58.32% |
| Black or African American | 10,591 | 23.84% |
| Two or more races | 5,531 | 12.45% |
| Other race | 1,120 | 2.52% |
| Asian | 864 | 1.95% |
| Native American | 362 | 0.81% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 45 | 0.1% |
St. Bernard Parish 's average per capita income is $47,192. Household income levels show a median of $58,651. The poverty rate stands at 22.96%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,378 | $117,757 |
| Families | $65,700 | $88,578 |
| Households | $58,651 | $80,188 |
| Non Families | $34,860 | $56,210 |
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