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De Soto Parish, Louisiana
De Soto Parish, Louisiana. De Soto Parish had 27,381 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.1% since 2020, while Louisiana shrank 0.9%. It holds 10 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 22031.
De Soto Parish is one of the 3 counties of the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
27,381
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 26,812 · ACS 2020-2024: 27,026
Median household income
$48,578
±$4,867 (90% margin)
Louisiana: $60,756
Median home value
$154,900
±$15,275 (90% margin)
Louisiana: $216,500
Median gross rent
$687
±$77 (90% margin)
Louisiana: $1,064
How many people live in De Soto Parish, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 26,812 residents in De Soto Parish. The Census Bureau estimates 27,381 for July 1, 2025, up 2.1% since 2020, while Louisiana shrank 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 27,026 over 876 square miles of land.
| Measure | De Soto Parish | Louisiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 27,026 | 4,611,961 | −263 |
| Households | 10,504±318 | 1,804,780 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.55±0.08 | 2.49 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,697±27 | 2,108,902 | −358 |
De Soto Parish's population since 2000
From 25,494 in 2000 to 27,381 in 2025: up 7.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in De Soto Parish?
De Soto Parish holds 10 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Mansfield with 4,475 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Mansfield | 4,714 | $33,844 |
|---|---|---|
| Stonewall | 2,273 | $56,557 |
| Logansport | 1,340 | $32,404 |
| South MansfieldGEOID 2271820 | 333 | $15,417 |
| KeachiGEOID 2239085 | 243 | $53,125 |
| Grand CaneGEOID 2230690 | 217 | $112,500 |
| StanleyGEOID 2272800 | 132 | not published |
| FriersonGEOID 2227540 | 132 | $41,250 |
| LongstreetGEOID 2245460 | 115 | $78,750 |
| GlosterGEOID 2229395 | 53 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in De Soto Parish?
The median resident of De Soto Parish is 40.0 years old; 23.9% are under 18 and 18.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 58.8%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 34.4%. 1.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | De Soto Parish | Louisiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.0±0.7 | 38.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.9% | 23.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.8%±0.3 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% | 7.2% | +0.3 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 58.8%±0.6 pts | 55.7% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 34.4%±0.6 pts | 30.5% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 1.7% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.7 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.0%±0.8 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.4%±1.3 pts | 6.1% | – |
| With a disability | 19.8%±2.1 pts | 16.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.2%±1.2 pts | 7.8% | −4.3 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 85.9%±1.9 pts | 87.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.0%±2.0 pts | 27.0% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.9%±1.0 pts | 10.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.0%±0.7 pts | 1.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in De Soto Parish earn?
Half of De Soto Parish's 10,504 households earn less than $48,578 a year (±$4,867), against $60,756 in Louisiana. In 2015-2019 the median was $56,619 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $8,041 after inflation. 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | De Soto Parish | Louisiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $48,578±$4,867 | $60,756 | −$8,041 |
| Mean household income | $73,503±$4,698 | $87,038 | – |
| Per capita income | $29,808±$1,690 | $35,038 | −$3,134 |
| People below the poverty line | 21.5%±3.3 pts | 18.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 28.4%±6.4 pts | 25.4% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.1%±3.2 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 79.5%±3.6 pts | 86.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in De Soto Parish?
Owners occupy 77.2% of De Soto Parish's occupied homes and renters 22.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $154,900 by its owner (±$15,275). The median renter pays $687 a month including utilities, and 43.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | De Soto Parish | Louisiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $154,900±$15,275 | $216,500 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $687±$77 | $1,064 | −$94 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.5%±9.0 pts | 46.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,424±$182 | $1,604 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.2%±3.3 pts | 67.4% | +5.9 pts |
| Housing units | 12,697±27 | 2,108,902 | −358 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.2%±1.3 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.9%±3.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 56.3%±3.6 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 34.3%±3.2 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.7%±1.2 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 4.0%±1.5 pts | 6.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is De Soto Parish building?
Builders took permits for 98 new housing units across De Soto Parish in 2025 (90 single-family), 3.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in De Soto Parish get to work?
83.7% of De Soto Parish's workers drive alone and 4.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.0%.
| Measure | De Soto Parish | Louisiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.6%±2.6 pts | 59.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0%±1.6 pts | 6.3% | −4.6 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 83.7%±3.0 pts | 78.6% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.1%±2.2 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±1.0 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.3%±1.7 pts | 8.1% | +2.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.1 min±2.1 | 25.7 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are De Soto Parish's census tracts?
De Soto Parish is divided into 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $27,098 (Tract 9505) to $86,510 (Tract 9501.03).
| Tract 9501.0122031950101 | 2,926±402 | $77,089 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9501.0222031950102 | 3,067±479 | $47,543 |
| Tract 9501.0322031950103 | 4,882±704 | $86,510 |
| Tract 950222031950200 | 3,798±545 | $45,550 |
| Tract 950322031950300 | 2,353±399 | $60,268 |
| Tract 950422031950400 | 2,547±421 | $41,436 |
| Tract 950522031950500 | 1,732±396 | $27,098 |
| Tract 950622031950600 | 3,166±497 | $35,550 |
| Tract 950722031950700 | 2,555±367 | $37,148 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does De Soto Parish compare with Louisiana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 36th of 64 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 12th of 64 |
| Residents per square mile | 44th of 64 |
| Median household income | 43rd of 64 |
| Median home value | 36th of 64 |
| Median gross rent | 56th of 64 |
| Poverty rate | 32nd of 64 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 36th of 64 |
| Median age | 26th of 64 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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