Sunset, Louisiana
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | +17.5% |
| 2008 | +14.6% |
| 2012 | +10.8% |
| 2016 | +5.6% |
| 2020 | +3.9% |
| 2024 | +3.8% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 51.6%Harris718 | 47.8%Trump665 | 0.6% | D+3.8 | R+0.1 | D+5.3 | 1,391 | |
| D | 50.9%Biden826 | 47.0%Trump763 | 2.1% | D+3.9 | R+1.7 | R+0.6 | 1,623 | |
| D | 51.4%Clinton787 | 45.9%Trump702 | 2.7% | D+5.6 | R+5.2 | D+3.5 | 1,530 | |
| D | 54.8%Obama416 | 44.0%Romney334 | 1.2% | D+10.8 | R+3.8 | D+6.9 | 759 | |
| D | 56.5%Obama849 | 41.9%McCain630 | 1.6% | D+14.6 | R+2.9 | D+7.3 | 1,503 | |
| D | 58.5%Kerry751 | 41.1%Bush527 | 0.4% | D+17.5 | — | D+19.9 | 1,283 |
Sunset sits in the Gulf South. In 2024 it voted Democratic.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 17.5 points in 2004. The 2024 margin was 3.8 points.
A population of 3,074, a 51% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $60,964 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Sunset, Louisiana vote in 2024?
In 2024, Sunset, Louisiana voted Democratic by 3.8 points (D+3.8), carried by the Democratic candidate. Out of 1,391 votes cast, 718 went Democratic and 665 went Republican.
How many people live in Sunset, Louisiana?
Sunset, Louisiana has a population of 3,074 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Sunset, Louisiana?
Median household income in Sunset, Louisiana is $60,964 — below the national median of $80,734. The Louisiana state median is $60,756.
What is the political history of Sunset, Louisiana?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Sunset, Louisiana from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 6 went Democratic and 0 went Republican.