USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau
USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau
The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Lafourche Parish who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 78.1% or 76,249 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 13.4% and totaled 13,059 individuals.
The percentage of multiracial residents in Lafourche Parish is 0.3% lower than the state average, which stands at 3.8%.
An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Lafourche Parish.
| Estimated Total | |
|---|---|
| White | 76,249 |
| African American | 13,059 |
| Multiracial | 3,457 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 2,265 |
| Some Other Race | 2,083 |
| Asian | 564 |
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