Ruston city, Louisiana
Official LSAD Designation: Ruston city • Census GEOID: 2266655
• Lincoln Parish
Ruston city is an incorporated city in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana. According to official records from the Census (2025), Ruston city had an estimated population of 22,397 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Ruston city (GEOID 2266655).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Ruston
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk/treasurer
Address:
PO BOX 2069, RUSTON LA 71273-2069
Parish Of Lincoln
County
Official Title:
Police Jury President
Address:
PO BOX 979, RUSTON LA 71273-0979
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,397 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $31,120 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $225,300 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 21.19 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).