Natchitoches

Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana

Population 37K |Median income $46,292 |1 hospital

Population

36,693

Natchitoches Parish

Median Income

$46,292

-32% vs avg

Median Home Value

$171,300

-25% vs avg

Median Age

33.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

37K-7%

Median Income

$46,292+36%

Median Home Value

$171,300+76%

Poverty Rate

25.4%-2%

Unemployment

5.6%-45%

Economics

Median Rent

$786/mo

Poverty Rate

25.4% +79% vs avg

Unemployment 5.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.8%

Work From Home 3.6%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 51%

African American 39.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.7%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

43.6%

Obesity

40.1%

Short Sleep Duration

39%

Physical Inactivity

32.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

21%

Current Smoking

17.7%

Binge Drinking

16.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.9%

Diabetes

15.5%

Current Asthma

10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.7%

Annual Checkup 81.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.7%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NATCHITOCHES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

NATCHITOCHES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Natchitoches Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Natchitoches, LA? ▼

Natchitoches, LA has a population of 36,693 people, located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Natchitoches? ▼

The median household income in Natchitoches, LA is $46,292 per year. The poverty rate is 25.4%.

What is the median home value in Natchitoches? ▼

The median home value in Natchitoches, LA is $171,300. Median rent is $786/month.

What are the top health concerns in Natchitoches? ▼

The top health indicators in Natchitoches include High Blood Pressure (43.6%), Obesity (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (39%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Natchitoches? ▼

Natchitoches has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Natchitoches? ▼

The median age in Natchitoches, LA is 33.4 years. 25.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Natchitoches, LA is located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $46,292, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Natchitoches area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Natchitoches Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.