Median Income
$85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value
$41,100
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Jennings Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population89
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans69.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$38,006
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$222M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$41,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation2,505 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries3
Is Jennings a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Jennings receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jennings stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Jennings is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Jennings is $41,100, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Jennings experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Jennings has a population of 89 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 5.6% Black.
Population
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Jennings is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,000 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,006 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $737 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,208 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 132 |
| County GDP | $222M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 18 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 46.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 33.3% |
The median home value in Jennings is $41,100, 85% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $41,100 |
| 85% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Jennings, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Jennings vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Jennings vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Jennings has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.8 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,505 ft (764 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 330/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6805°N, 100.2932°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20039 |