Fort Jesup, LA

Louisiana

Fort Jesup is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 395.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
395 Population 93/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,172 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

How Fort Jesup Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population395
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,172
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$1,249M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation332 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5

Is Fort Jesup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Jesup receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Fort Jesup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Jesup enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fort Jesup has a population of 395 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 13.9% Black.

Population

395
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Jesup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Jesup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Jesup is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fort Jesup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,172
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$67,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare48
Retail74
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,671
52% below US avg
In Fort Jesup, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Jesup vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death13,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities48

Crime Rates: Fort Jesup vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Fort Jesup has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation332 ft (101 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates31.6114°N, 93.4062°W
County FIPS22085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.48
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants25
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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