St. Joseph, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Jefferson County County
St. Joseph, LA
At a Glance
How St. Joseph Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows St. Joseph's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is St. Joseph a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
St. Joseph residents earn a median household income of $33,864 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,182. The unemployment rate stands at 11.1% (208% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 45.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 77 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in St. Joseph is $56,100 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $137,467. Median rent is $746/month, with 29.6% 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 1965.
Education
8.7% of adults in St. Joseph hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
St. Joseph has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.