West Carroll Parish, LA

Guide to West Carroll Parish and Cities

Welcome to the community page for West Carroll Parish in Louisiana with demographic details and statistics about the area as well as an interactive West Carroll Parish map. The county has a population of 9,800, a median home value of $100,600, and a median household income of $45,035. Below, the statistics for West Carroll Parish provide a snapshot of key economic and lifestyle factors relevant to both residents and newcomers.

Map of West Carroll Parish

Below is the West Carroll Parish, LA county map created with GIS software, with cities and neighborhoods.

 

Population & Demographics

The total population for West Carroll Parish is 9,800, with 49% males and 51% females. Below is a detailed breakdown of the population trends and demographics for the area.

Population by RaceTotal
White Population7,950
Black or African American Population1,509
American Indian and Alaska Native8
Asian Population1
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander7
Other Race Population179
Two or More Races146

Household Information

In West Carroll Parish, the median gross rent is $673 per month and the median home value is $100,600. Out of the total number of households in the city, 75% are owner-occupied, while 25% are rentals. Of those who own their homes, 34% have a mortgage, with the remaining 66% owning their homes outright. Below is a detailed snapshot of homeownership and rental patterns in the community.”

Ownership StatisticsNumber
Owner-Occupied2,854
Renter-Occupied931
Mortgage StatusNumber
Homes with Mortgage967
Homes without Mortgage1,887

Employment & Occupation

In West Carroll Parish, the unemployment rate currently stands at 4.6%. For residents in the workforce, on average they spend 22.8 minutes commuting to work. Of those employed, 74% work for private companies, while 17% hold government jobs. Additionally, 8% are self-employed, contributing to the area’s entrepreneurial spirit. Below, you’ll find more details about employment trends and occupations in West Carroll Parish.

OccupationNumber
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining461
Construction422
Manufacturing154
Wholesale Trade78
Retail Trade418
Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities220
Information14
Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing65
Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Administrative and Waste Management Services267
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance810
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services238
Other Services, except Public Administration219
Public Administration263

Education

In West Carroll Parish, education levels show that 46.8% of residents have completed high school, 6.9% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 4.6% have achieved a graduate or professional degree. Of the population aged 25 and over, 11.4% are college graduates, reflecting the county’s academic achievements. Below is a detailed breakdown of educational levels within West Carroll Parish, LA.

Education Level Number
9th to 12th Grade 771
High School Graduate 3,201
Some College 1,379
Associate’s Degree 218
Bachelor’s Degree 469
Graduate or Professional Degree 313
School Enrollment Number
Enrolled in Preschool 90
Enrolled in Elementary School 1,069
Enrolled in High School 442
Enrolled in College 226

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