Jefferson Davis Parish, LA Map & Demographics
Jefferson Davis Parish Map
Jefferson Davis Parish Overview
$30,081
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,556
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,470
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
49.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
50.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,656
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
32,277
TOTAL POPULATION
16,068
MALE POPULATION
16,209
FEMALE POPULATION
99.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
13,707
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Jefferson Davis Parish Area Codes
Income in Jefferson Davis Parish
Income Overview in Jefferson Davis Parish
Per Capita Income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $30,081, while median incomes of families and households are $71,556 and $52,470 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 32,277 | $30,081 |
| Median Family Income | 8,088 | $71,556 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,088 | $88,711 |
| Median Household Income | 11,682 | $52,470 |
| Mean Household Income | 11,682 | $73,722 |
| Income Deficit | 8,088 | $9,656 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 32,277 | 49.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 32,277 | 50.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 32,277 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average Earnings in Jefferson Davis Parish are $35,377, $55,247 for men and $27,660 for women, a difference of 49.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,659 (54.0%) | $55,247 |
| Female | 6,519 (46.0%) | $27,660 |
| Total | 14,178 (100.0%) | $35,377 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most common earnings brackets in Jefferson Davis Parish are $100,000+ for men (1,703 | 22.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (849 | 13.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 253 (3.3%) | 430 (6.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 142 (1.8%) | 311 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 174 (2.3%) | 382 (5.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 244 (3.2%) | 287 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 308 (4.0%) | 254 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 109 (1.4%) | 285 (4.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 128 (1.7%) | 184 (2.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 258 (3.4%) | 274 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 73 (0.9%) | 96 (1.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 270 (3.5%) | 353 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 303 (4.0%) | 849 (13.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 486 (6.4%) | 563 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 286 (3.7%) | 544 (8.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 285 (3.7%) | 191 (2.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 287 (3.7%) | 366 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 204 (2.7%) | 301 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 703 (9.2%) | 275 (4.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 619 (8.1%) | 141 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 824 (10.8%) | 247 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,703 (22.2%) | 186 (2.9%) |
| Total | 7,659 (100.0%) | 6,519 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average earnings in Jefferson Davis Parish are $58,921 for men and $29,589 for women, a difference of 49.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,370, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,963. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,211, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,339.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $36,963 | $28,224 |
| High School Diploma | $45,691 | $28,062 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $95,370 | $27,339 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $67,587 | $39,565 |
| Graduate Degree | $61,528 | $51,211 |
| Total | $58,921 | $29,589 |
Family Income in Jefferson Davis Parish
Family Income Brackets in Jefferson Davis Parish
According to the Jefferson Davis Parish family income data, there are 1,537 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 235 families (2.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 348 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 235 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 526 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 696 | 8.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,003 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,448 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 971 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,537 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 930 | 11.5% |
| $200,000+ | 396 | 4.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
6-person families (278 | 3.4%) account for the highest median family income in Jefferson Davis Parish with $151,250 per family, while 4-person families (1,540 | 19.0%) have the highest median income of $27,428 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,529 (43.6%) | $54,312 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,759 (21.7%) | $73,110 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,540 (19.0%) | $109,712 |
| 5-Person Families | 760 (9.4%) | $87,692 |
| 6-Person Families | 278 (3.4%) | $151,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 222 (2.7%) | $128,370 |
| Total | 8,088 (100.0%) | $71,556 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jefferson Davis Parish
The median family income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $71,556, with families comprising 3+ earners (501) having the highest median family income of $115,139, while families with no earners (1,556) have the lowest median family income of $32,462, accounting for 6.2% and 19.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,556 (19.2%) | $32,462 |
| 1 Earner | 2,770 (34.3%) | $51,792 |
| 2 Earners | 3,261 (40.3%) | $108,996 |
| 3+ Earners | 501 (6.2%) | $115,139 |
| Total | 8,088 (100.0%) | $71,556 |
Household Income in Jefferson Davis Parish
Household Income Brackets in Jefferson Davis Parish
With 1,822 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Jefferson Davis Parish, accounting for 15.6% of all households. In contrast, only 397 households (3.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 654 | 5.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 736 | 6.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,472 | 12.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,367 | 11.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,355 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,822 | 15.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,133 | 9.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,671 | 14.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,075 | 9.2% |
| $200,000+ | 397 | 3.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
The median household income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $52,470, with the highest median household income of $80,332 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,531 households (30.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 175 households (1.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 175 (1.5%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,531 (30.2%) | $80,332 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,516 (38.7%) | $65,095 |
| 65+ Years | 3,460 (29.6%) | $30,942 |
| Total | 11,682 (100.0%) | $52,470 |
Poverty in Jefferson Davis Parish
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
With 13.9% poverty level for males and 18.1% for females among the residents of Jefferson Davis Parish, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 160 males (33.0%) and 39 females (24.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 134 (13.3%) | 123 (11.7%) |
| 5 Years | 25 (7.0%) | 39 (24.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 250 (18.9%) | 221 (17.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 67 (10.7%) | 122 (17.0%) |
| 15 Years | 160 (33.0%) | 55 (21.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 110 (28.1%) | 77 (23.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 144 (10.3%) | 290 (22.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 352 (19.1%) | 358 (17.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 213 (10.6%) | 503 (24.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 358 (18.7%) | 337 (19.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 201 (10.1%) | 392 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (7.0%) | 227 (13.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (7.2%) | 149 (13.7%) |
| Total | 2,181 (13.9%) | 2,893 (18.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
According to the poverty statistics in Jefferson Davis Parish, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.0% of males and 88.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 871 (86.7%) | 925 (88.3%) |
| 5 Years | 333 (93.0%) | 119 (75.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,074 (81.1%) | 1,075 (83.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 559 (89.3%) | 597 (83.0%) |
| 15 Years | 325 (67.0%) | 197 (78.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 282 (71.9%) | 251 (76.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,249 (89.7%) | 992 (77.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,489 (80.9%) | 1,740 (82.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,787 (89.3%) | 1,541 (75.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,561 (81.3%) | 1,405 (80.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,791 (89.9%) | 1,881 (82.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,228 (93.0%) | 1,441 (86.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 946 (92.7%) | 941 (86.3%) |
| Total | 13,495 (86.1%) | 13,105 (81.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jefferson Davis Parish
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jefferson Davis Parish show that 6.2% or 380 of the total 6,116 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.3%, which includes 19 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,124 (94.3%) | 190 (5.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,793 (92.6%) | 144 (7.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 819 (97.7%) | 19 (2.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Total | 5,736 (93.8%) | 380 (6.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jefferson Davis Parish
According to the poverty data in Jefferson Davis Parish, 26.9% or 157 single-father households and 39.7% or 551 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 134 households (39.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 23 (12.4%) | 103 (27.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 134 (39.5%) | 316 (41.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (48.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Total | 157 (26.9%) | 551 (39.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jefferson Davis Parish
The poverty data for Jefferson Davis Parish shows that 380 of the married-couple family households (6.2%) and 708 of the single-parent households (35.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 190 (5.7%) | 126 (22.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 144 (7.4%) | 450 (40.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 19 (2.3%) | 105 (38.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 27 (100.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Total | 380 (6.2%) | 708 (35.9%) |
Race in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most populous races in Jefferson Davis Parish are White / Caucasian (25,034 | 77.6%), Black / African American (5,404 | 16.7%), and Two or more Races (1,465 | 4.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 5,404 | 16.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 837 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 107 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 25,034 | 77.6% |
| Two or more Races | 1,465 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 265 | 0.8% |
| Total | 32,277 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most populous ancestries reported in Jefferson Davis Parish are French (5,670 | 17.6%), French Canadian (2,856 | 8.8%), German (2,061 | 6.4%), American (1,892 | 5.9%), and Irish (1,638 | 5.1%), together accounting for 43.7% of all Jefferson Davis Parish residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 52 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,892 | 5.9% |
| Arab | 31 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 45 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 25 | 0.1% |
| British | 88 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 738 | 2.3% |
| Canadian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 17 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 112 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 15 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 81 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 90 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 56 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,396 | 4.3% |
| Estonian | 14 | 0.0% |
| European | 400 | 1.2% |
| French | 5,670 | 17.6% |
| French American Indian | 71 | 0.2% |
| French Canadian | 2,856 | 8.8% |
| German | 2,061 | 6.4% |
| Greek | 58 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 40 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 81 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,638 | 5.1% |
| Italian | 732 | 2.3% |
| Jamaican | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 13 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 388 | 1.2% |
| Northern European | 55 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 71 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 93 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 72 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 33 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 78 | 0.2% |
| South American | 81 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 23 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 136 | 0.4% |
| Spanish American | 73 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 52 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 54 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 45 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 29 | 0.1% | View All 51 Rows |
Immigrants in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jefferson Davis Parish came from Latin America (159 | 0.5%), Central America (146 | 0.4%), Mexico (106 | 0.3%), Europe (50 | 0.2%), and Honduras (40 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Jefferson Davis Parish residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Australia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Belgium | 10 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 7 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 146 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 20 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 50 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 20 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 40 | 0.1% |
| India | 2 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 6 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 159 | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 106 | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 19 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 20 | 0.1% |
| South America | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 30 | 0.1% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
Sex and Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most populous age groups in Jefferson Davis Parish are 35 to 39 Years (1,311 | 8.2%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,380 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,060 (6.6%) | 1,048 (6.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,202 (7.5%) | 838 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,135 (7.1%) | 1,380 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,223 (7.6%) | 879 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,064 (6.6%) | 983 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,008 (6.3%) | 1,080 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 873 (5.4%) | 1,018 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,311 (8.2%) | 1,037 (6.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 708 (4.4%) | 1,007 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 825 (5.1%) | 857 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,115 (6.9%) | 886 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,100 (6.9%) | 1,209 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 933 (5.8%) | 1,064 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 730 (4.5%) | 723 (4.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 623 (3.9%) | 952 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 695 (4.3%) | 426 (2.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 231 (1.4%) | 478 (2.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 232 (1.4%) | 344 (2.1%) |
| Total | 16,068 (100.0%) | 16,209 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Jefferson Davis Parish
Median Family Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
The median family size in Jefferson Davis Parish is 3.30 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,116 | 75.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (583 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.28 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,116 (75.6%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 583 (7.2%) | 3.28 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,389 (17.2%) | 3.29 |
| Total Families | 8,088 (100.0%) | 3.30 |
Median Household Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
The median household size in Jefferson Davis Parish is 2.72 persons per household, with single male/father households (583 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.01 persons per household. non-family households (3,594 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,116 (52.3%) | 3.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 583 (5.0%) | 4.01 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,389 (11.9%) | 3.53 |
| Non-family | 3,594 (30.8%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 11,682 (100.0%) | 2.72 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
Out of a total of 11,682 households in Jefferson Davis Parish, 8,088 (69.2%) are family households, while 3,594 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,403, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,177.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,177 (27.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,403 (29.1%) | 343 (2.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,659 (14.2%) | 64 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,581 (13.5%) | 10 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 875 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 287 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 283 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,088 (69.2%) | 3,594 (30.8%) |
Female Fertility in Jefferson Davis Parish
Fertility by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average fertility rate in Jefferson Davis Parish is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 9 (2.0%) | 10.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 411 (90.3%) | 133.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 35 (7.7%) | 11.0 |
| Total | 455 (100.0%) | 64.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
63.5% of women with births (455) in Jefferson Davis Parish are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 34.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 271 (65.9%) | 140 (34.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (51.4%) | 17 (48.6%) |
| Total | 289 (63.5%) | 166 (36.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average fertility rate in Jefferson Davis Parish is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 101.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 32.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 87 (19.1%) | 64.0 |
| High School Diploma | 149 (32.8%) | 71.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 120 (26.4%) | 51.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 64 (14.1%) | 101.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (7.7%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 455 (100.0%) | 64.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
36.5% of women with births in Jefferson Davis Parish are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 89 (59.7%) | 60 (40.3%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 120 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 45 (70.3%) | 19 (29.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 289 (63.5%) | 166 (36.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Jefferson Davis Parish
Employment by Class of Employer in Jefferson Davis Parish
Among the 12,900 employed individuals in Jefferson Davis Parish, private company employees (8,936 | 69.3%), local government employees (1,191 | 9.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (910 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,936 | 69.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 567 | 4.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 910 | 7.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 419 | 3.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,191 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 658 | 5.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 191 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 28 | 0.2% |
| Total | 12,900 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
According to the labor force statistics for Jefferson Davis Parish, out of the total population over 16 years of age (24,877), 55.1% or 13,707 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 548 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 80.5% or 1,522 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.5% or 96 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 446 (32.7%) | 96 (21.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,017 (49.7%) | 69 (6.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,599 (76.6%) | 61 (3.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,522 (80.5%) | 81 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,088 (76.0%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,755 (74.8%) | 77 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,582 (68.5%) | 35 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 977 (48.9%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 575 (19.0%) | 40 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (6.5%) | 5 (3.2%) |
| Total | 13,707 (55.1%) | 548 (4.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jefferson Davis Parish
According to labor force statistics for Jefferson Davis Parish, 71.9% of individuals (11,526) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,031) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 346 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 78.6% or 3,520 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.9% or 117 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,315 (53.0%) | 221 (8.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,790 (72.2%) | 186 (2.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,520 (78.6%) | 90 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,894 (77.7%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| Total | 11,526 (71.9%) | 481 (3.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish are Community & Social Service (1,193 | 9.1%), Management (1,142 | 8.7%), Education Instruction & Library (951 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (687 | 5.2%), and Business & Financial (494 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (85.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (82.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (93.7%), Community & Social Service (83.9%), and Health Technologists (82.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 847 (74.2%) | 295 (25.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 150 (30.4%) | 344 (69.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 214 (82.6%) | 45 (17.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 43 (72.9%) | 16 (27.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 171 (85.5%) | 29 (14.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 192 (16.1%) | 1,001 (83.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 34 (28.8%) | 84 (71.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 60 (6.3%) | 891 (93.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 55 (67.9%) | 26 (32.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 137 (19.9%) | 550 (80.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 83 (17.9%) | 380 (82.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,540 (40.8%) | 2,235 (59.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish are Cleaning & Maintenance (778 | 5.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (688 | 5.2%), Healthcare Support (582 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (528 | 4.0%), and Security & Protection (435 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (94.9%), Security & Protection (75.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (93.9%), Healthcare Support (84.9%), and Personal Care & Service (75.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 88 (15.1%) | 494 (84.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 329 (75.6%) | 106 (24.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 126 (57.0%) | 95 (43.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 203 (94.9%) | 11 (5.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 42 (6.1%) | 646 (93.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 535 (68.8%) | 243 (31.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 130 (24.6%) | 398 (75.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,124 (37.3%) | 1,887 (62.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish are Sales & Related (1,277 | 9.7%), and Office & Administration (1,124 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 502 (39.3%) | 775 (60.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 308 (27.4%) | 816 (72.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 810 (33.7%) | 1,591 (66.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish are Construction & Extraction (1,318 | 10.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (845 | 6.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (164 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 164 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,306 (99.1%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 820 (97.0%) | 25 (3.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,290 (98.4%) | 37 (1.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jefferson Davis Parish are Production (801 | 6.1%), Transportation (487 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (363 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 694 (86.6%) | 107 (13.4%) |
| Transportation | 460 (94.5%) | 27 (5.5%) |
| Material Moving | 265 (73.0%) | 98 (27.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,419 (86.0%) | 232 (14.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
Employment Industries in Jefferson Davis Parish
The major employment industries in Jefferson Davis Parish include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,668 | 12.7%), Educational Services (1,405 | 10.7%), Retail Trade (1,353 | 10.3%), Construction (1,325 | 10.1%), and Manufacturing (1,235 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
The Jefferson Davis Parish industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (97.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (96.5%), and Construction (92.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (97.4%), Educational Services (88.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (85.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 411 (88.6%) | 53 (11.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 846 (96.5%) | 31 (3.5%) |
| Construction | 1,222 (92.2%) | 103 (7.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,090 (88.3%) | 145 (11.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 128 (97.0%) | 4 (3.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 534 (39.5%) | 819 (60.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 527 (89.9%) | 59 (10.1%) |
| Utilities | 74 (74.8%) | 25 (25.3%) |
| Information | 59 (57.3%) | 44 (42.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 83 (33.3%) | 166 (66.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (2.6%) | 147 (97.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 266 (53.1%) | 235 (46.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 430 (79.0%) | 114 (21.0%) |
| Educational Services | 158 (11.3%) | 1,247 (88.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 288 (17.3%) | 1,380 (82.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 341 (59.3%) | 234 (40.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 119 (14.9%) | 677 (85.1%) |
| Public Administration | 382 (66.1%) | 196 (33.9%) |
| Total | 7,183 (54.6%) | 5,982 (45.4%) |
Education in Jefferson Davis Parish
School Enrollment in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most common levels of schooling among the 7,954 students in Jefferson Davis Parish are middle school (1,937 | 24.3%), high school (1,666 | 20.9%), and elementary school (1,594 | 20.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 706 | 8.9% |
| Kindergarten | 426 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 1,594 | 20.0% |
| Middle School | 1,937 | 24.3% |
| High School | 1,666 | 20.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,415 | 17.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 210 | 2.6% |
| Total | 7,954 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jefferson Davis Parish
Out of a total of 7,954 students who are enrolled in schools in Jefferson Davis Parish, 1,010 (12.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,944 (87.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 127 (52.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 862 (99.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 374 (79.2%) | 98 (20.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,657 (85.8%) | 274 (14.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,940 (83.1%) | 395 (16.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,319 (95.1%) | 68 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 376 (90.6%) | 39 (9.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 862 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 302 (98.1%) | 6 (1.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 116 (47.7%) | 127 (52.3%) |
| Total | 6,944 (87.3%) | 1,010 (12.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jefferson Davis Parish
Education (1,032 | 30.2%), business (546 | 16.0%), science & technology (502 | 14.7%), liberal arts & history (332 | 9.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (250 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 3,414 individuals in Jefferson Davis Parish who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 47 | 1.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 250 | 7.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 12 | 0.4% |
| Psychology | 118 | 3.5% |
| Social Sciences | 79 | 2.3% |
| Engineering | 115 | 3.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 502 | 14.7% |
| Business | 546 | 16.0% |
| Education | 1,032 | 30.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 69 | 2.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 332 | 9.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 12 | 0.4% |
| Communications | 138 | 4.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 162 | 4.8% |
| Total | 3,414 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Jefferson Davis Parish
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jefferson Davis Parish are males with 2 vehicles (3,037, accounting for 42.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,021, making up 52.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 146 (2.1%) | 157 (2.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 832 (11.7%) | 1,178 (20.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,037 (42.7%) | 2,021 (34.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,641 (23.1%) | 1,461 (25.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,219 (17.2%) | 949 (16.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 234 (3.3%) | 23 (0.4%) |
| Total | 7,109 (100.0%) | 5,789 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jefferson Davis Parish are 5 to 9 minutes (2,078 commuters, 16.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,728 commuters, 13.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,378 commuters, 11.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 698 | 5.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,078 | 16.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,340 | 10.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 894 | 7.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,378 | 11.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 546 | 4.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,728 | 13.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 384 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 696 | 5.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,315 | 10.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 823 | 6.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 656 | 5.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most common commute times in Jefferson Davis Parish are 30 to 34 minutes (1,228 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,135 commuters, 19.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 281 (4.1%) | 417 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 943 (13.8%) | 1,135 (19.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 412 (6.0%) | 928 (16.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 469 (6.9%) | 425 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 595 (8.7%) | 783 (13.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 368 (5.4%) | 178 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,228 (18.0%) | 500 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 173 (2.5%) | 211 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 295 (4.3%) | 401 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 973 (14.2%) | 342 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 664 (9.7%) | 159 (2.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 432 (6.3%) | 224 (3.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jefferson Davis Parish
The most frequent times of departure to work in Jefferson Davis Parish are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,145, 16.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,002, 17.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 903 (13.2%) | 263 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 640 (9.4%) | 28 (0.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 380 (5.6%) | 396 (6.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 818 (12.0%) | 867 (15.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 682 (10.0%) | 602 (10.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,145 (16.8%) | 1,002 (17.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 288 (4.2%) | 841 (14.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 516 (7.5%) | 281 (4.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 323 (4.7%) | 156 (2.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 159 (2.3%) | 275 (4.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 60 (0.9%) | 72 (1.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 12 (0.2%) | 73 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 349 (5.1%) | 436 (7.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 558 (8.2%) | 411 (7.2%) |
| Total | 6,833 (100.0%) | 5,703 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Jefferson Davis Parish
Occupancy by Ownership in Jefferson Davis Parish
Of the total 11,682 dwellings in Jefferson Davis Parish, owner-occupied units account for 9,071 (77.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,611 (22.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 9,071 | 77.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,611 | 22.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,177 | 27.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,746 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,723 | 14.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,036 | 26.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,046 (64.4%) | 1,131 (35.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,320 (88.6%) | 426 (11.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,293 (75.0%) | 430 (25.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,412 (79.4%) | 624 (20.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 9,071 (77.6%) | 2,611 (22.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,307 (60.6%) | 851 (39.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,624 (80.9%) | 856 (19.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,705 (79.8%) | 684 (20.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,435 (86.7%) | 220 (13.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,653 | 14.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,053 | 17.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,949 | 16.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,567 | 22.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,936 | 16.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,172 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 352 | 3.0% |
| Total | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Jefferson Davis Parish
Median Income by Occupancy in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 9,071 (77.6%) | $63,388 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,611 (22.4%) | $28,244 |
| Average | 11,682 (100.0%) | $52,470 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 261 (2.9%) | 88 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 274 (3.0%) | 35 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 300 (3.3%) | 432 (16.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 462 (5.1%) | 298 (11.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 393 (4.3%) | 320 (12.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,069 (11.8%) | 303 (11.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 862 (9.5%) | 498 (19.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,682 (18.5%) | 138 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 947 (10.4%) | 186 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,519 (16.8%) | 148 (5.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,302 (14.3%) | 165 (6.3%) |
| Total | 9,071 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2,227 (24.5%) | 162 (6.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,951 (21.5%) | 329 (12.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,170 (12.9%) | 605 (23.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 649 (7.1%) | 454 (17.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,802 (19.9%) | 524 (20.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 795 (8.8%) | 52 (2.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 309 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 75 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 93 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,071 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Jefferson Davis Parish
Housing Structures in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,147 | 78.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 68 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 257 | 2.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 122 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 118 | 1.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 160 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,810 | 15.5% |
| Total | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,602 (83.1%) | 1,545 (16.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 26 (38.2%) | 42 (61.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 50 (19.5%) | 207 (80.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 122 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 160 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,393 (77.0%) | 417 (23.0%) |
| Total | 9,071 (77.6%) | 2,611 (22.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 32 (0.4%) | 54 (2.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 188 (2.1%) | 355 (13.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,238 (35.7%) | 1,488 (57.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,691 (40.7%) | 617 (23.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,922 (21.2%) | 97 (3.7%) |
| Total | 9,071 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,344 (25.8%) | 879 (33.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 225 (2.5%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Electricity | 6,444 (71.0%) | 1,706 (65.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 30 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 28 (0.3%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| Total | 9,071 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 238 (2.6%) | 431 (16.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,584 (28.5%) | 1,362 (52.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,923 (43.2%) | 385 (14.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,326 (25.6%) | 433 (16.6%) |
| Total | 9,071 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Jefferson Davis Parish
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,993 | 4,078 |
| Median Property Value | $117,600 | $190,100 |
| Median Household Income | $47,161 | $1,009 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $336 | $93 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $248 | $563 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,176 (23.5%) | 237 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 956 (19.2%) | 681 (16.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,286 (45.8%) | 2,526 (61.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 479 (9.6%) | 419 (10.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (0.1%) | 183 (4.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 3 (0.1%) | 32 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 89 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,993 (100.0%) | 4,078 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 376 (7.5%) | 87 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 860 (17.2%) | 159 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 839 (16.8%) | 295 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 524 (10.5%) | 230 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,135 (22.7%) | 338 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 303 (6.1%) | 547 (13.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 663 (13.3%) | 644 (15.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 293 (5.9%) | 856 (21.0%) |
| Total | 4,993 (100.0%) | 4,078 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,028 (40.6%) | 94,375 (2,314.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 932 (18.7%) | 1,862 (45.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 362 (7.2%) | 933 (22.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,587 (31.8%) | 488 (12.0%) |
| Total | 4,993 (100.0%) | 4,078 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,579 (51.6%) | 19 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 456 (9.1%) | 1,845 (45.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 469 (9.4%) | 1,049 (25.7%) |
| Total | 4,993 (100.0%) | 4,078 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Jefferson Davis Parish
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,624 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,718 (97.9%) | 121 (2.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,681 (92.4%) | 220 (7.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,702 (80.2%) | 668 (19.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,697 (91.4%) | 347 (8.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,443 (94.1%) | 218 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,766 (88.3%) | 499 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,942 (98.4%) | 47 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,110 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 29,683 (93.3%) | 2,120 (6.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,624 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,718 (97.9%) | 121 (2.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,681 (92.4%) | 220 (7.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,621 (91.8%) | 412 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,972 (89.8%) | 679 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,468 (94.6%) | 257 (5.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,443 (94.4%) | 205 (5.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,165 (95.2%) | 567 (4.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,210 (46.1%) | 1,632 (62.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,745 (47.0%) | 3,393 (58.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 958 (33.0%) | 1,891 (65.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 892 (26.5%) | 2,039 (60.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 956 (23.6%) | 2,859 (70.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,057 (28.9%) | 2,442 (66.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,380 (32.4%) | 2,684 (62.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,882 (96.4%) | 1,632 (54.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,106 (99.8%) | 1,356 (64.3%) |
| Total | 14,186 (44.6%) | 19,928 (62.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 217 (6.8%) | 146 (5.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 242 (7.5%) | 321 (9.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,134 (19.2%) | 1,115 (18.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 554 (41.9%) | 322 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 483 (47.3%) | 672 (61.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jefferson Davis Parish
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 585 (9.9%) | 100 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 226 (17.1%) | 20 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 359 (35.2%) | 251 (23.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 262 (4.4%) | 235 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (6.7%) | 52 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (8.2%) | 140 (12.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 167 (5.2%) | 131 (4.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 116 (3.6%) | 272 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 424 (7.2%) | 755 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (13.6%) | 156 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 251 (24.6%) | 197 (18.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 59 (1.8%) | 64 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 523 (8.8%) | 626 (10.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 403 (30.5%) | 208 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 304 (29.8%) | 411 (37.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (0.6%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 150 (2.5%) | 229 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 181 (13.7%) | 41 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (16.8%) | 100 (9.2%) |
Technology Access in Jefferson Davis Parish
Computing Device Access in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,089 | 60.7% |
| Smartphone | 9,284 | 79.5% |
| Tablet | 6,027 | 51.6% |
| No Computing Device | 1,492 | 12.8% |
| Total | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Jefferson Davis Parish
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 5,852 | 50.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,348 | 20.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,199 | 10.3% |
| No Internet | 2,632 | 22.5% |
| Total | 11,682 | 100.0% |
Jefferson Davis Parish Summary
Jefferson Davis Parish is located in the southwestern region of Louisiana, and is part of the Acadiana region. It is bordered by Allen Parish to the north, Beauregard Parish to the east, Calcasieu Parish to the south, and Cameron Parish to the west. The parish seat is Jennings, and the largest city is Lake Arthur. The parish was named after Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America.
Geography
Jefferson Davis Parish covers an area of 876 square miles, and is located in the southwestern region of Louisiana. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the parish. The parish is drained by the Mermentau River, which flows through the center of the parish. The parish is also home to several lakes, including Lake Arthur, Lake End, and Lake Fausse Pointe.
The climate of Jefferson Davis Parish is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 54 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 31,594 people, 11,817 households, and 8,521 families living in Jefferson Davis Parish. The population density was 36 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the parish was 79.2% White, 17.7% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the parish was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $43,945. The per capita income for the parish was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Jefferson Davis Parish is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The parish is home to several large oil and gas companies, including Chevron, ExxonMobil, and Shell. Agriculture is also an important part of the economy, with the main crops being rice, soybeans, and cotton.
The parish is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a chemical plant, and a steel mill. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with the parish being home to several state parks and wildlife refuges.
Conclusion
Jefferson Davis Parish is located in the southwestern region of Louisiana, and is part of the Acadiana region. It is bordered by Allen Parish to the north, Beauregard Parish to the east, Calcasieu Parish to the south, and Cameron Parish to the west. The parish seat is Jennings, and the largest city is Lake Arthur. The parish was named after Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America. The economy of Jefferson Davis Parish is largely based on agriculture and oil and gas production. The parish is also home to several manufacturing companies, and tourism is an important part of the economy.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Per Capita income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $30,081.
What is the Median Family Income in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Median Family Income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $71,556.
What is the Median Household income in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Median Household Income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $52,470.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson Davis Parish is 49.9%.
Women in Jefferson Davis Parish earn 50.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Family Income Deficit in Jefferson Davis Parish is $9,656.
Families that are below poverty line in Jefferson Davis Parish earn $9,656 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson Davis Parish is 0.46.
What is the Total Population of Jefferson Davis Parish?
Total Population of Jefferson Davis Parish is 32,277.
What is the Total Male Population of Jefferson Davis Parish?
Total Male Population of Jefferson Davis Parish is 16,068.
What is the Total Female Population of Jefferson Davis Parish?
Total Female Population of Jefferson Davis Parish is 16,209.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jefferson Davis Parish?
There are 99.13 Males per 100 Females in Jefferson Davis Parish.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jefferson Davis Parish?
There are 100.88 Females per 100 Males in Jefferson Davis Parish.
What is the Median Population Age in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Median Population Age in Jefferson Davis Parish is 37.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average Family Size in Jefferson Davis Parish is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jefferson Davis Parish
Average Household Size in Jefferson Davis Parish is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jefferson Davis Parish?
There are 13,707 People in the Labor Forcein in Jefferson Davis Parish.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jefferson Davis Parish?
55.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Jefferson Davis Parish.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Unemployment Rate in Jefferson Davis Parish is 4.0%.