Louisiana

Calcasieu

216,785
2020 population
1840
first census record
19
census records

About Calcasieu

Calcasieu, Louisiana, first appears in the United States federal census in 1840, when it recorded a population of 2,057. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 216,785.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Skirmish at Niblett's Bluff, and 23 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
2020216,785
2010192,768
2000183,577
1990168,134
1980167,223
1970145,415
1960145,475
195089,635
194056,506
193041,963
192032,807
191062,767
190030,428
189020,176
188012,484
18706,733
18605,928
18503,914
18402,057
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Calcasieu

Military engagements that took place in Calcasieu, Louisiana.

Skirmish at Niblett's Bluff
1863

Historic places in Calcasieu

National Register of Historic Places listings in Calcasieu, Louisiana.

Lake Charles Historic District
Lake Charles
Calcasieu Parish Courthouse
Lake Charles
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Lake Charles
Muller's Department Store
Lake Charles
Cash Grocery and Sales Company Warehouse
Lake Charles
Muller's Department Store (Boundary Increase)
Lake Charles
Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
Lake Charles
Charleston Hotel
Lake Charles
All Saints Episcopal Church
DeQuincy
Kansas City Southern Depot
DeQuincy
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Frequently asked about Calcasieu

When does Calcasieu first appear in the US census?
Calcasieu, Louisiana first appears in the federal census in 1840, with a recorded population of 2,057.
What is the population of Calcasieu?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Calcasieu had a recorded population of 216,785.
Were any battles fought in Calcasieu?
1 documented military engagement took place in Calcasieu, including Skirmish at Niblett's Bluff.
How many historic places are in Calcasieu?
23 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Calcasieu, Louisiana.
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