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Jackson, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · East Feliciana Parish County
Jackson, LA
At a Glance
How Jackson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jackson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jackson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jackson residents earn a median household income of $37,981 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $7,021. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 399 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jackson is $121,700 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,095. Median rent is $729/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Jackson reports 2,257 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 494% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 347/100K.
Education
4.5% of adults in Jackson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 72.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jackson has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.