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Louisiana's 2nd Congressional District (LA-2)

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Troy Carter, a Democrat, has represented the district since 2021.

The district includes all or part of 10 parishes (6 in part).

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 763,550, a median household income of $55,374, and a median age of 38.4. Of residents 25 and older, 27.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Representative

Official portrait of Troy Carter, U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 2nd District
Troy Carter

U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 2nd District · Democrat

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2026 redistricting

Louisiana uses a new congressional map in 2026: Act 2 of 2026 (SB 121), enacted May 29, 2026.

The 2026 election for LA-2 uses the new map's LA-2; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Carter has filed with the FEC to run for this seat in 2026.

1 candidate has reported raising money for the 2026 LA-2 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for LA-2 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
CandidatePartyRaisedCash on handThrough
Troy Carter (incumbent)Democratic$1,412,697$382,786Jul 18

Includes primary candidates; FEC filings do not record primary results. FEC race page

District profile

Population
763,550
Median household income
$55,374
Median age
38.4
Bachelor's degree or higher
27.6%

Census Bureau, 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Louisiana senators

Neighboring districts

  • LA-1 · Steve Scalise (R)
  • LA-3 · Clay Higgins (R)
  • LA-5 · Julia Letlow (R)
  • LA-6 · Cleo Fields (D)

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