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Jena, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · LaSalle Parish County
Jena, LA
At a Glance
How Jena Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jena's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jena a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jena residents earn a median household income of $85,955 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,950. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 468 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jena is $157,900 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $154,425. Median rent is $922/month, with 30.9% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Jena reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 89/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
33.7% of adults in Jena hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jena has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.