Old Jefferson, LA

Louisiana · East Baton Rouge Parish · Baton Rouge Metro

Old Jefferson is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 7,790. Residents earn $85,466 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

7,790 Population 2,213/sq mi density

$85,466 Median Income $57,224 per capita

$235,900 Home Value $332,708 Zillow

$1,174 Median Rent 38.5% income on rent

67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr

809 Violent Crime/100K 7,748 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$85,466 median income, 3.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$235,900 home value, $1,174/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

809 violent crimes/100K (113% above avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

56.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $85,466

14% higher than US avg

Home Value $235,900

16% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 809/100K

113% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 56.4%

67% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,174

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.7%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.8%

61% lower than US avg

How Old Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,790

Median Age37.4 yrs

Density2,213/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 66%

Veterans3.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$85,466

Per Capita$57,224

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty4.8%

County GDP$47,132M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$235,900

Rent$1,174

Ownership74.6%

Zillow$332,708

Housing Units3,773

Rent Burden38.5%

Crime

Violent809/100K

Property7,748/100K

Health

Obesity30.7%

Uninsured6.3%

Smoking11.6%

Depression26.6%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain60.5 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation28 ft (9 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+56.4%

High School+90.9%

Graduate+11.1%

School Score4.44

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%

Commute25 min

Broadband96.1%

EV Stations6

Libraries15

Is Old Jefferson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Jefferson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Old Jefferson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Jefferson is $85,466, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Jefferson is $235,900, 16% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 809 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,748 per 100,000, 295% above the national average.

Education

Old Jefferson is a highly educated community / 56.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Jefferson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Old Jefferson has a population of 7,790 with a density of 2,213 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (66.3%), with 19.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.5% of residents, while 7.5% speak Spanish. 3.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,790

Total Population

2,213

People / sq mi

37.4yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

3.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%

Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Jefferson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.5%

18% above US avg

Spanish 7.5%

44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Jefferson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Jefferson is $85,466, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,224 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,284. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19,119 business establishments, including 1,171 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Old Jefferson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$85,466
	14% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$57,224
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,284
IRS Avg AGI	$84,344
Gini Index	0.512 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.8%
	61% below US avg
Establishments (County)	19,119
County GDP	$47,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,171
Healthcare	1,465
Retail	1,732
Manufacturing	301

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,486
	28% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.6 min
Drive Alone	87.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Jefferson is $235,900, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,708, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,773 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $4,486 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$235,900
	16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$332,708
Median List Price	$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$285,000
$/Sq Ft	$151
Homes Sold	6
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	34.8%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,174
	1% above US avg
Rent Burden	38.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	74.6%
Owner-Occupied	74.6%
Renter-Occupied	25.4%
Housing Units	3,773
Median Year Built	1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,486
	28% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.90%

In Old Jefferson, 30.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 20.3% report binge drinking. 18.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153. The dentist ratio is 1:1,337. 96.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Old Jefferson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.7%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.3%
Physical Inactivity	18.8%
Depression	26.6%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	11.2%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.0%
Uninsured	6.3%
	27% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,153
Dentists	1:1,337
Mental Health	1:211
Checkup Rate	80.2%
Dental Visits	66.7%
Premature Death	12,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	96.1%
Healthcare Facilities	1,465

Old Jefferson has a violent crime rate of 809 per 100,000 residents, 113% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,748 per 100,000, 295% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 90 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Old Jefferson receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Old Jefferson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	809.4/100K
	113% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	7,748.5/100K
	295% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	90
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Old Jefferson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 28 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.3°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	28 ft (9 m)
Area	3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density	2,213/sq mi
Coordinates	30.3775°N, 91.0060°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	East Baton Rouge Parish County
Nearest Airport	Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 52 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.5"

59% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.26"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.86"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0413 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	7.3 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.70 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.14 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	98.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	66.4 / 100
Community Resilience	59.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	51 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	87 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	32 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	230 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	108 km
2020	Delta	Category 2	185 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	297 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	144 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	182 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	119 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	75 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	249 km
2005	Katrina	Category 4	135 km
2005	Rita	Category 3	269 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	157 km
2004	Ivan	Category 4	299 km
2002	Lili	Category 3	131 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	202 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	169 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	68 km
1988	Florence	Category 1	196 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

588 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 22 fatalities, 668 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983	EF4	58 km	0
Apr 10, 2021	EF3	97 km	1
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	91 km	0
Feb 7, 2017	EF3	29 km	0
Feb 23, 2016	EF3	44 km	0
May 26, 2011	EF3	95 km	0
Aug 25, 1992	EF3	63 km	2
Oct 14, 1984	EF3	33 km	0
Dec 13, 1977	EF3	79 km	0
Apr 21, 1977	EF3	91 km	1
Apr 26, 1973	EF3	15 km	0
Feb 29, 1972	EF3	40 km	0
Sep 16, 1971	EF3	8 km	0
Mar 17, 1970	EF3	81 km	0
Dec 25, 1969	EF3	43 km	0
Apr 12, 1969	EF3	22 km	0
Jan 28, 1966	EF3	83 km	0
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	94 km	0
Feb 6, 1953	EF3	32 km	2
May 13, 2024	EF2	82 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,022 ac, 2014).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2014	UNNAMED	4,022	97 km
2024	HOMOCHITTO BB28 SUB3 RX	2,279	97 km
2021	HOMOCHITTO BB26	2,008	100 km
1998	UNIT 4 CD	1,729	99 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,206	74 km
2001	UNNAMED	950	96 km
2010	UNNAMED	904	75 km
2020	HOMOCHITTO BB 32	861	98 km
1996	UNNAMED	809	96 km
2000	UNNAMED	750	100 km
1996	UNNAMED	734	93 km
2005	UNT 4A SAMMY SLOUGH	717	100 km
2009	BAPTISTE CEMETERY	684	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	50°F (10°C)	5.8 in	Coldest
February	54°F (12°C)	5.2 in
March	61°F (16°C)	5.2 in
April	68°F (20°C)	5.3 in
May	75°F (24°C)	5.2 in
June	80°F (27°C)	5.3 in
July	82°F (28°C)	6.3 in	Wettest
August	82°F (28°C)	5.9 in	Warmest
September	78°F (26°C)	5.1 in
October	69°F (20°C)	3.9 in	Driest
November	60°F (15°C)	4.5 in
December	54°F (12°C)	5.4 in

Old Jefferson has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.9").

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Old Jefferson is located in East Baton Rouge Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 56.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.5% of the vote, a 11.1-point margin. 96.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 1,465 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.4%

D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 11.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	90
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	56.4%
	67% above US avg
High School+	90.9%
Graduate Degree+	11.1%
School Test Score	4.44

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	2,213/sq mi
Total Area	3.5 sq mi
County	East Baton Rouge Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	96.1%
Avg Download Speed	165.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	50.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	1,465
Restaurants	1,171
Retail Stores	1,732

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.6 min
Drive Alone	87.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.9%

Average costs for common services in Old Jefferson. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit	$309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit	$176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling	$221 ($132–$353)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement	$265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement	$176 ($88–$309)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair	$353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install	$6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair	$882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement	$7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense	$4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation	$441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation	$2,205 ($882–$4,410)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$132 ($66–$221)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread	$3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb)	$0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$132)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$66)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$176 ($88–$353)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$621
Toddler	$606
Preschool	$594
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$577
Toddler	$577
Preschool	$577

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in East Baton Rouge Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	43,899	2,164	$63,099	1.13
Construction	30,414	1,537	$92,129	2.14
Retail Trade	24,532	2,088	$38,865	0.91
Accommodation & Food Services	22,360	1,403	$22,376	0.91
Professional & Technical Services	19,275	3,368	$97,522	1.02
Administrative & Waste Services	17,207	1,369	$55,591	1.08
Finance & Insurance	11,145	1,156	$94,665	1.01
Manufacturing	10,851	471	$100,434	0.49
Wholesale Trade	8,952	1,125	$87,759	0.84
Transportation & Warehousing	7,585	484	$70,044	0.66
Other Services	7,156	1,444	$50,777	0.88
Educational Services	4,668	325	$49,017	0.83
Management of Companies	4,072	226	$120,333	0.89
Arts & Entertainment	3,969	254	$30,209	0.87
Real Estate	3,691	816	$57,582	0.88
Utilities	1,092	31	$111,587	1.06
Mining & Oil/Gas	260	52	$135,885	0.25
Agriculture & Forestry	45	16	$42,636	0.02

Radio Stations near Old Jefferson

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
101.5 WYNK	country	AAC
WYNK-HD2 Downtown Radio 97.7 FM - Baton Rouge, LA	60's & 70's, early 80s	AAC
89.3 WRKF	public radio	MP3 32 kbps
WHYR 96.9 FM – Baton Rouge Community Radio	community radio, local talk and music	MP3 128 kbps
102.5 WFMF	pop, top 40	AAC
KBRH AM 1260	blues, r&b	MP3 128 kbps
WJBO Newsradio 1150 AM & 97.7 FM	news, talk	AAC

National Parks Near Old Jefferson

11 national parks and monuments found near Old Jefferson.

Park	Type	Fee
Bayou Segnette State Park	State Park	Free
Bogue Chitto State Park	State Park	Free
Cypremort Point State Park-wlf Field Off	State Park	Free
Fairview Riverside State Park	State Park	Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I	State Park	Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve	National Historical Park and Preserve	Free
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park	State Park	Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Percy Quinn State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Park	State Park	Free
Tickfaw State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Old Jefferson

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	6,925	$68,341
2015	6,999	$67,330
2017	8,283	$69,391
2019	7,659	$70,323
2021	8,875	$80,502
2023	7,790	$85,466

Museums in Old Jefferson

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LOUISIANA ARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	100 S RIVER RD	2253445272	$2,472,020
KNOCK KNOCK CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	2561 CITIPLACE CT STE 750-260	2253883090	$640,461
FOUNDATION FOR HISTORICAL LOUISIANA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253872464	$410,038
MCKINLEY HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1520 THOMAS H DELPIT DRIVE	2253834866	$207,171
RURAL LIFE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2257652437	$189,917
HILLTOP ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257676916	$185,489
OLD STATE CAPITOL FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253420500	$158,425
BATON ROUGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2253831470	$107,070
IBERVILLE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	57735 MAIN ST	2256877197	$74,267
WEST BATON ROUGE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253362422	$66,490
LOUISIANA PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1165 S FOSTER DRIVE	2259300936	$63,578
LOUISIANA BLACK HISTORY HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$15,019
ODELL S WILLIAMS NOW AND THEN AFRICAN AMERICAN	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253434431	$5,943
BREC'S BATON ROUGE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	3601 THOMAS RD	2257753877
CARTE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2347 CHRISTIAN STREET	2253876119
CITY CLUB FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2253875767
COHN ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257751006
ENCHANTED MANSION - A DOLL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
GREATER BATON ROUGE ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	3601 THOMAS ROAD	2257753877
HISTORIC POPLAR GROVE COMMUNITY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2253443913
HISTORIC SPANISH TOWN CIVIC ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 3282
INSOMKNEEACKS PEXCHO'S AMERICAN DIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2259352824
IRENE W. PENNINGTON PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	100 S RIVER RD
LIGO LIVINGSTON	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	19100 LIGO LANE
LOUISIANA HIGH SCHOOL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2252965882
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY OFFICERS	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	119 FOSTER HALL	2255782855
LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY HERBARIUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2255783202
LSU AGCENTER BOTANIC GARDENS AT BURDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	4560 ESSEN LANE
LSU HERBARIUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	LIFE SCIENCES ANX BLDG A257	2255788564
LSU HILLTOP ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257676916
LSU MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2253897200
LSU RURAL LIFE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2257652437
LSU RURAL LIFE MUSEUM-WINDRUSH GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2257652437
LSU UNION ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
MAGNOLIA MOUND PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043434955
MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2255782855
MUSEUM OF WORLD MECHANICAL HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL HANSEN'S DISEASE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NOTTOWAY PLANTATION HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2255452730
OLD STATE-CAPITAL ASSOCIATES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	100 NORTH BOULEVARD	2253420500
PLAQUEMINE LOCK STATE HISTORIC	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2256877158
ROBERT A BOGAN BATON ROUGE FIRE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2259251835
SHAW CENTER FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		2253897171
TEE JOE GONZALES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
USS KIDD	GENERAL MUSEUM	305 RIVER RD N	2253421942
VETERANS MUSEUM PLAZA AND CONVENTION CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Old Jefferson

Name	Address	Annual Visits
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH	7711 GOODWOOD BOULEVARD	2,573,654
WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH	830 NORTH ALEXANDER AVENUE	90,123
IBERVILLE PARISH	24605 J. GERALD BERRET BLVD.	61,275

Farmers Markets in Old Jefferson

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brooks Farm Market
Grow Baton Rouge Farmers Market	4000 Gus Young Ave	05/19/2018 to 10/20/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Livingston Farmers Market
Red Stick Farmers Market - Tuesday Seasonal	7711 Goodwood Boulevard	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Red Stick Farmers Market - Saturday Downtown Year Round	501 Main Street	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Red Stick Farmers Market - Thursday Year Round	6400 Perkins Road	01/14/2016 to 12/22/2016	Thu: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Red Stick Mobile Farmers Market - Wednesday North Baton Rouge	7717 Howell Boulevard	05/01/2019 to 07/31/2019	Wed: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Old Jefferson

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
B & M Graphics & Window Films	auto body paint & repair, mergers & acquisitions, allied metal services, Auto Part Manufacturers, gr	13789 Airline Hwy	2252751993	Visit
Big Heads Tavern	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, Restaurant, breweries & brew	1051 Millerville Rd	2252758181	Visit
Mr G's Tavern	Baton Rouge, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, LA, Restaurants & Bars, B	10070 Florida Blvd	2252724749	Visit
Sammy's Grill	Cajun / Creole Restaurant, Brewery	8635 Highland Rd	2257669600	Visit
Tin Roof Brewing Company	Brewery	1624 Wyoming St	2253777022	Visit

Cell Towers in Old Jefferson

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
12565 LAUREL RIDGE ROAD	TOWER	159
138 W Irene Road (004026 / Irene)	TOWER	153
34300 BUCK CARROLL ROAD (62863)	GTOWER	109
3555 HWY. 75 (79271)	GTOWER	94
White Castle Site Louisiana Hwy 1	TOWER	94
33645 Weiss Road	TOWER	92
57830 GROVE ROAD (76550)	LTOWER	89
9888 Joor Road	TOWER	79
5549 AIRLINE HIGHWAY (62882)	LTOWER	78
33250 BURKE ROAD (76551)	GTOWER	69
1718 LOBDELL HIGHWAY	TOWER	61
17777 Perkins Rd (62825)	LTOWER	59
835 Hwy 30 (105117)	MTOWER	56
4932 South River Road	TOWER	47

Bridges in Old Jefferson

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1975	22	137,847	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2019	313	137,847	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2021	300	48,026	G
Slab	Concrete	1970	200	45,150	F
Slab	Concrete	1970	200	45,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2021	302	29,303	G
Slab	Concrete	1963	120	23,400	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	29	17,420	G
Culvert	Concrete	1985	24	12,730	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	240	12,019	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	160	12,019	G
Slab	Concrete	1972	114	11,384	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	240	8,250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	160	8,250	G
Slab	Concrete	1970	134	6,230	P
Slab	Concrete	2000	75	6,230	G
Slab	Concrete	2003	124	5,730	G
Slab	Concrete	1965	38	5,630	F
Slab	Concrete	1993	190	5,630	G
Slab	Concrete	1965	57	5,630	P
Slab	Concrete	1996	171	5,322	F
Slab	Concrete	1965	58	5,290	F

Superfund Sites Near Old Jefferson

33 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AIR PRODUCTS CHEMICALS INC	36637 HWY 30	ASCENSION
BASF CORP - GEISMAR SITE	8404 RIVER RD (HWY 75)	ASCENSION PARISH
BASF CORP - GEISMAR SITE	8404 RIVER RD (HWY 75)	ASCENSION PARISH
CARVILLE ENERGY LLC - CARVILLE ENERGY CENTER	4322 HWY 30	IBERVILLE
CARVILLE ENERGY LLC - CARVILLE ENERGY CENTER	4322 HWY 30	IBERVILLE
DSM COPOLYMER INC - ADDIS FACILITY	9263 SOUTH LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 1	WEST BATON ROUGE
ENTERGY GSI LOUISIANA STATION 1	482 GSU RD	EAST BATON ROUGE
EXXONMOBIL BATON ROUGE CHEMICAL PLANT	4999 SCENIC HIGHWAY	EAST BATON ROUGE
EXXONMOBIL BATON ROUGE REFINERY	4045 SCENIC HIGHWAY	EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
FORMOSA PLASTICS LOUISIANA	GULF STATES ROAD	EAST BATON ROUGE
GREAT LAKES CARBON LLC/BATON ROUGE CALCINED COKE PLANT	W BROOKLAWN DRIVE	EAST BATON ROUGE
LION COPOLYMER GEISMAR LLC - GEISMAR FACILITY	36191 LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 30	ASCENSION
LION COPOLYMER GEISMAR LLC - GEISMAR FACILITY	36191 LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 30	ASCENSION
LION COPOLYMER GEISMAR LLC - GEISMAR FACILITY	36191 LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 30	ASCENSION
NOVA CHEMICALS OLEFINS LLC - GEISMAR ETHYLENE PLANT	5205 HIGHWAY 3115	ASCENSION
NOVA CHEMICALS OLEFINS LLC - GEISMAR ETHYLENE PLANT	5205 HIGHWAY 3115	ASCENSION
NOVA CHEMICALS OLEFINS LLC - GEISMAR ETHYLENE PLANT	5205 HIGHWAY 3115	ASCENSION
NOVA CHEMICALS OLEFINS LLC - GEISMAR ETHYLENE PLANT	5205 HIGHWAY 3115	ASCENSION
OCCIDENTAL CHEMICAL CORPORATION - GEISMAR FACILITY	8318 ASHLAND RD	ASCENSION
PORT ALLEN REFINERY	1940 LOUISIANA HIGHWAY 1 NORTH	WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH
SHELL CHEMICAL LP - GEISMAR PLANT	7594 LA-75	ASCENSION
SHELL CHEMICAL LP - GEISMAR PLANT	7594 LA-75	ASCENSION
SHELL CHEMICAL LP - GEISMAR PLANT	7594 LA-75	ASCENSION
SHELL CHEMICAL LP - GEISMAR PLANT	7594 LA-75	ASCENSION
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY - LOUISIANA OPERATIONS	21255 HWY 1	IBERVILLE
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY - LOUISIANA OPERATIONS	21255 HWY 1	IBERVILLE
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY - LOUISIANA OPERATIONS	21255 HWY 1	IBERVILLE
TOTALENERGIES PETROCHEMICALS & REFINING USA INC - COS-MAR STYRENE MONOMER PLANT	6325 HWY 75	IBERVILLE
WESTLAKE CHEMICALS & VINYLS LLC - PLAQUEMINE FACILITY	26100 HWY 405 S	IBERVILLE
WESTLAKE VINYLS CO LP	36045 HIGHWAY 30	ASCENSION
WESTLAKE VINYLS CO LP	36045 HIGHWAY 30	ASCENSION

Airports Near Old Jefferson

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport	MSY	Large Airport
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport	BTR	Medium Airport
Angola Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Annison Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Batchelor Airport	—	Small Airport
Blouin Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Brian's Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cal Mire Field	—	Small Airport
Capozzoli Airport	—	Small Airport
Chitimacha Air Park	—	Small Airport
Clark Field	—	Small Airport
Cool Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Cora Texas Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Country Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Country Breeze Airport	—	Small Airport
Double H Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
False River Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Feliciana Airpark	—	Small Airport
Goose Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Harry P Williams Memorial Airport	PTN	Small Airport
Howell 1 Airport	—	Small Airport
Hurst Airport	—	Small Airport
Innis Airport	—	Small Airport
Koenig Airpark	—	Small Airport
Le Blanc Field	—	Small Airport
Le Maire Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Louisiana Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Magnolia Airpark	—	Small Airport
McCutcheon Field	—	Small Airport
Morgan Field	—	Small Airport
Naquin Field	—	Small Airport
Nauga Field	—	Small Airport
Omni Airport	—	Small Airport
Overton Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Pierce Field	—	Small Airport
PK Field	—	Small Airport
Plane Crazy Airport	—	Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Promised Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Rebel Field	—	Small Airport
Sara Field	—	Small Airport
Schexnayder Airport	—	Small Airport
Serenity Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Shaw Crop Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Sheridan's Strip	—	Small Airport
Simpson Airport	—	Small Airport
Skyline Airpark	—	Small Airport
Solitude Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Southern Helicopters Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Old Jefferson

35 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	Airline Highway
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office	38567 Highway 42
Baker Police Headquarters	1320 Alabama Street
Baton Rouge Police Department
Baton Rouge Police Department	9000 Airline Highway
Baton Rouge Police Department
Baton Rouge Police Department - Recruiting
Baton Rouge Police Department - Traffic Bureau
Baton Rouge Police Department First District
Baton Rouge Police Department Fourth District
Baton Rouge Police Department Third District
Brusly Police Department
Denham Springs Police Department	447 Lamm Street
District 2 Station	2265 Highland Road
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office
Gonzales Police Department
Gonzales Police Department
Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office
Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office Saint Gabriel Substation
Kleinpeter Substation	14431 Airline Highway
Louisiana State Police Headquarters
Louisiana State Police Headquarters
Louisiana State University Police
Plaquemine Police Department
Plaquemine Police Department - City Marshall
Port Allen Police Department
Port Allen Police Department
Port Vincent Police Department
Sorrento Police Department
Troop A	17801 Highland Road
Walker Police Department	13179 Burgess Avenue
West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office
White Castle Police Department

Grocery Stores in Old Jefferson

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
A-Z INTERNATIONAL FINE FOODS	Grocery Store	13461 Tiger Bend Rd
Albertsons 3747	Supermarket	15128 Airline Hwy
Alexander's Highland Market 2	Super Store	18111 Highland Market Dr
Circle K 2706797	Convenience Store	15490 Tiger Bend Rd
Circle K 2706822	Convenience Store	18149 Highland Rd
Circle K 2709728	Convenience Store	14940 Airline Hwy
Circle K Stores Inc 2707660	Convenience Store	18051 Old Perkins Rd E
CVS 8961	Other	12880 Airline Hwy
Dollar General 6590	Other	20321 Highland Rd
On the Run 14	Convenience Store	18211 Jefferson Hwy
Racetrac 2526	Convenience Store	18313 Highland Rd
Rouses Market 58	Super Store	14630 Village Market St
Tiger Bend Fuel	Convenience Store	13440 Tiger Bend Rd
Walgreens 09518	Other	15929 Airline Hwy

Treatment Centers in Old Jefferson

16 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Baton Rouge Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Baton Rouge Treatment Center LLC	Substance Abuse	225-932-9867
Beacon Behavioral Outpatient - Baton Rouge	Both	225-810-4719
Capital Area Human Services - Capital Area Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	225-922-3169
Clear Minds Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	225-612-8656
Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge	Both	225-924-0123
Lake Wellness Center - Baton Rouge	Substance Abuse	888-488-5253
LHRC - Reality House	Substance Abuse	225-333-2460
Louisiana Behavioral Health Services - Cognitive Development Centers	Both	225-257-4677
OBrien House	Substance Abuse	225-344-6345
OBrien House	Substance Abuse	225-344-6345
Our Lady of the Lake - Regional Med Center/Tau Center	Mental Health	225-765-6005
Our Lady of the Lake - Regional Medical Center	Mental Health	225-765-6005
Post Trauma Institute of Louisiana - New Start Intensive Outpatient Program	Substance Abuse	225-751-5412
Serenity Treatment Center of Louisiana	Substance Abuse	225-361-0899 x1
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - Baton Rouge VA Clinic	Both	225-761-3400
Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	225-924-1910

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Frequently Asked Questions About Old Jefferson

What is the population of Old Jefferson?

Old Jefferson has a population of 7,790 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 2,213 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.4 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Old Jefferson expensive to live in?

Old Jefferson is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $85,466, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $235,900 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Old Jefferson safe?

Public safety is a concern in Old Jefferson, with a violent crime rate of 809 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,748 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Old Jefferson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Old Jefferson?

Old Jefferson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Old Jefferson?

Old Jefferson has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,284. There are 19,119 business establishments in the area, including 1,171 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Old Jefferson?

The median home value in Old Jefferson is $235,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,708. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,486.

How are the schools in Old Jefferson?

Schools in Old Jefferson have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 56.4% of adults in Old Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Old Jefferson?

The obesity rate in Old Jefferson is 30.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 18.8% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 96.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153.

What is transportation like in Old Jefferson?

The average commute in Old Jefferson is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Old Jefferson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Old Jefferson is 66.3% White, 19.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 92.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.5% speak Spanish. 3.3% of the population are military veterans. 10.2% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

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Economy 13/13

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Crime & Safety 3/12

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