Welsh, Louisiana
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −25.4% |
| 2008 | −39.3% |
| 2012 | −48.5% |
| 2016 | −50.1% |
| 2020 | −50.4% |
| 2024 | −57.9% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 20.3%Harris285 | 78.2%Trump1,096 | 1.4% | R+57.9 | R+7.4 | R+56.4 | 1,401 | |
| R | 23.7%Biden423 | 74.2%Trump1,323 | 2.1% | R+50.4 | R+0.4 | R+54.9 | 1,784 | |
| R | 23.3%Clinton389 | 73.4%Trump1,226 | 3.4% | R+50.1 | R+1.6 | R+52.2 | 1,671 | |
| R | 24.9%Obama404 | 73.4%Romney1,191 | 1.7% | R+48.5 | R+9.2 | R+52.3 | 1,623 | |
| R | 28.9%Obama465 | 68.2%McCain1,097 | 2.9% | R+39.3 | R+13.9 | R+46.6 | 1,609 | |
| R | 36.3%Kerry556 | 61.7%Bush945 | 2.0% | R+25.4 | — | R+22.9 | 1,532 |
Welsh sits in the Gulf South. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 57.9 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 7.4 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 57.9 points.
A population of 3,313, a 77% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $78,185 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Welsh, Louisiana vote in 2024?
In 2024, Welsh, Louisiana voted Republican by 57.9 points (R+57.9), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,401 votes cast, 285 went Democratic and 1,096 went Republican.
How many people live in Welsh, Louisiana?
Welsh, Louisiana has a population of 3,313 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Welsh, Louisiana?
Median household income in Welsh, Louisiana is $78,185 — below the national median of $80,734. The Louisiana state median is $60,756.
What is the political history of Welsh, Louisiana?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Welsh, Louisiana from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.