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Marksville, LA

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Population
4,744
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
81 ft
Median Home Value
$151,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$670/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$36,202
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Marksville in context.

OverallBest places in LouisianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in LouisianaNearest larger communityAlexandria, Louisiana27 miles away · 42,938 residents.

About Marksville

Marksville is a city and the parish seat of Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, named for Venetian trader Marc Eliche who established a post here. Home to the Paragon Casino Resort and the Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site, the culturally rich community of approximately 4,905 is served by the Avoyelles Parish School Board locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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