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Jefferson Overview

10,141
TOTAL POPULATION
4,767
MALE POPULATION
5,374
FEMALE POPULATION
88.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.73
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,905
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,484
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,808
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,444
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,956
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jefferson Area Codes

Race in Jefferson

The most populous races in Jefferson are White / Caucasian (6,847 | 67.5%), Black / African American (2,480 | 24.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (959 | 9.5%).
Race in Jefferson
Race# Population% Population
Asian2072.0%
Black / African American2,48024.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific130.1%
Hispanic or Latino9599.5%
Native / Alaskan120.1%
White / Caucasian6,84767.5%
Two or more Races5125.1%
Some other Race700.7%
Total10,141100.0%

Ancestry in Jefferson

The most populous ancestries reported in Jefferson are German (1,378 | 13.6%), French (1,317 | 13.0%), Irish (1,315 | 13.0%), Italian (1,293 | 12.8%), and English (694 | 6.8%), together accounting for 59.1% of all Jefferson residents.
Ancestry in Jefferson
Ancestry# Population% Population
African180.2%
American4954.9%
Arab520.5%
Armenian70.1%
Bhutanese210.2%
Brazilian480.5%
British420.4%
Burmese210.2%
Cajun310.3%
Canadian220.2%
Central American4414.3%
Central American Indian90.1%
Cherokee90.1%
Colombian450.4%
Costa Rican120.1%
Cuban230.2%
Dominican240.2%
Dutch760.7%
Eastern European30.0%
English6946.8%
European1181.2%
Filipino200.2%
French1,31713.0%
French Canadian1341.3%
German1,37813.6%
Greek290.3%
Haitian190.2%
Honduran1441.4%
Hungarian80.1%
Indian (Asian)250.3%
Irish1,31513.0%
Italian1,29312.8%
Korean620.6%
Lebanese390.4%
Lithuanian90.1%
Mexican1621.6%
Native Hawaiian260.3%
Nicaraguan1351.3%
Northern European50.1%
Norwegian220.2%
Osage90.1%
Pakistani140.1%
Peruvian40.0%
Polish1081.1%
Portuguese330.3%
Puerto Rican340.3%
Russian170.2%
Salvadoran380.4%
Scotch-Irish650.6%
Scottish2432.4%
Sioux50.1%
Slovak70.1%
South American490.5%
Spaniard340.3%
Spanish1771.8%
Sri Lankan560.5%
Subsaharan African180.2%
Swedish140.1%
Swiss110.1%
Thai190.2%
Welsh240.2%
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Immigrants in Jefferson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jefferson came from Latin America (522 | 5.1%), Central America (396 | 3.9%), Honduras (139 | 1.4%), South America (111 | 1.1%), and Asia (98 | 1.0%), together accounting for 12.5% of all Jefferson residents.
Immigrants in Jefferson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa240.2%
Asia981.0%
Belize80.1%
Brazil620.6%
Canada460.4%
Caribbean150.2%
Central America3963.9%
China250.3%
Colombia450.4%
Costa Rica70.1%
Cuba50.1%
Eastern Asia250.3%
El Salvador380.4%
England50.1%
Europe430.4%
France70.1%
Greece130.1%
Honduras1391.4%
India100.1%
Latin America5225.1%
Mexico560.5%
Nicaragua430.4%
Nigeria110.1%
Northern Africa130.1%
Northern Europe50.1%
Peru40.0%
Philippines520.5%
South America1111.1%
South Central Asia100.1%
South Eastern Asia630.6%
Southern Europe210.2%
Spain80.1%
Switzerland100.1%
Vietnam110.1%
Western Africa110.1%
Western Europe170.2%
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Sex and Age in Jefferson

Sex and Age in Jefferson

The most populous age groups in Jefferson are 35 to 39 Years (497 | 10.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (536 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jefferson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years249 (5.2%)140 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Years181 (3.8%)246 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years172 (3.6%)326 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years230 (4.8%)148 (2.8%)
20 to 24 Years314 (6.6%)311 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years302 (6.3%)325 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years288 (6.0%)450 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years497 (10.4%)370 (6.9%)
40 to 44 Years278 (5.8%)253 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years205 (4.3%)367 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years249 (5.2%)355 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years470 (9.9%)438 (8.2%)
60 to 64 Years414 (8.7%)536 (10.0%)
65 to 69 Years307 (6.4%)461 (8.6%)
70 to 74 Years216 (4.5%)228 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years160 (3.4%)179 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years106 (2.2%)61 (1.1%)
85 Years and over129 (2.7%)180 (3.4%)
Total4,767 (100.0%)5,374 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jefferson

Median Family Size in Jefferson

The median family size in Jefferson is 2.83 persons per family, with single male/father families (172 | 7.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,203 | 53.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.76 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jefferson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,203 (53.8%)2.76
Single Male/Father172 (7.7%)3.05
Single Female/Mother861 (38.5%)2.87
Total Families2,236 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Jefferson

The median household size in Jefferson is 1.89 persons per household, with single male/father households (172 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.39 persons per household. non-family households (2,959 | 57.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jefferson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,203 (23.2%)2.77
Single Male/Father172 (3.3%)3.39
Single Female/Mother861 (16.6%)2.93
Non-family2,959 (57.0%)1.14
Total Households5,195 (100.0%)1.89

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jefferson

Out of a total of 5,195 households in Jefferson, 2,236 (43.0%) are family households, while 2,959 (57.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,272, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,608.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jefferson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,608 (50.2%)
2-Person Households1,272 (24.5%)314 (6.0%)
3-Person Households564 (10.9%)16 (0.3%)
4-Person Households274 (5.3%)21 (0.4%)
5-Person Households113 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,236 (43.0%)2,959 (57.0%)

Female Fertility in Jefferson

Fertility by Age in Jefferson

Average fertility rate in Jefferson is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Jefferson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years117 (76.0%)108.0
35 to 50 years37 (24.0%)35.0
Total154 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jefferson

60.4% of women with births (154) in Jefferson are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 52.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jefferson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years56 (47.9%)61 (52.1%)
35 to 50 years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (60.4%)61 (39.6%)

Fertility by Education in Jefferson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jefferson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma69 (44.8%)109.0
College or Associate's Degree16 (10.4%)30.0
Bachelor's Degree54 (35.1%)117.0
Graduate Degree15 (9.7%)37.0
Total154 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jefferson

39.6% of women with births in Jefferson 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 53.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jefferson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma32 (46.4%)37 (53.6%)
College or Associate's Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree30 (55.6%)24 (44.4%)
Graduate Degree15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (60.4%)61 (39.6%)

Income in Jefferson

Income Overview in Jefferson

Per Capita Income in Jefferson is $38,905, while median incomes of families and households are $66,484 and $54,808 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,141$38,905
Median Family Income2,236$66,484
Mean Family Income2,236$88,813
Median Household Income5,195$54,808
Mean Household Income5,195$73,340
Income Deficit2,236$7,444
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,1414.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,14195.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,1410.44

Earnings by Sex in Jefferson

Average Earnings in Jefferson are $37,903, $38,414 for men and $36,750 for women, a difference of 4.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Jefferson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,884 (46.3%)$38,414
Female3,350 (53.7%)$36,750
Total6,234 (100.0%)$37,903

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jefferson

The most common earnings brackets in Jefferson are $100,000+ for men (392 | 13.6%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (361 | 10.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jefferson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less120 (4.2%)140 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999152 (5.3%)99 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49932 (1.1%)149 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99963 (2.2%)177 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49943 (1.5%)101 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999104 (3.6%)52 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499109 (3.8%)147 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99947 (1.6%)67 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49966 (2.3%)148 (4.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99979 (2.7%)170 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999257 (8.9%)160 (4.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999257 (8.9%)209 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999231 (8.0%)167 (5.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999153 (5.3%)330 (9.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999115 (4.0%)221 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999105 (3.6%)89 (2.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999168 (5.8%)168 (5.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99985 (2.9%)155 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999306 (10.6%)361 (10.8%)
$100,000+392 (13.6%)240 (7.2%)
Total2,884 (100.0%)3,350 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jefferson

Average earnings in Jefferson are $41,889 for men and $40,372 for women, a difference of 3.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,275. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,857, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $10,938.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jefferson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,275$10,938
High School Diploma$37,770$22,328
College or Associate's Degree$42,893$37,122
Bachelor's Degree$61,477$44,947
Graduate Degree$92,500$69,857
Total$41,889$40,372

Family Income in Jefferson

Family Income Brackets in Jefferson

According to the Jefferson family income data, there are 364 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 78 families (3.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Jefferson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000873.9%
$10,000 to $14,999783.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991707.6%
$25,000 to $34,9992039.1%
$35,000 to $49,99933515.0%
$50,000 to $74,99934415.4%
$75,000 to $99,99936416.3%
$100,000 to $149,99932214.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991275.7%
$200,000+2039.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jefferson

4-person families (304 | 13.6%) account for the highest median family income in Jefferson with $93,816 per family, while 2-person families (1,334 | 59.7%) have the highest median income of $31,400 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jefferson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,334 (59.7%)$62,800
3-Person Families518 (23.2%)$56,522
4-Person Families304 (13.6%)$93,816
5-Person Families67 (3.0%)$74,886
6-Person Families11 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families2 (0.1%)$0
Total2,236 (100.0%)$66,484

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jefferson

The median family income in Jefferson is $66,484, with families comprising 3+ earners (131) having the highest median family income of $110,825, while families with 1 earner (896) have the lowest median family income of $41,338, accounting for 5.9% and 40.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jefferson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners189 (8.5%)$59,625
1 Earner896 (40.1%)$41,338
2 Earners1,020 (45.6%)$88,929
3+ Earners131 (5.9%)$110,825
Total2,236 (100.0%)$66,484

Household Income in Jefferson

Household Income Brackets in Jefferson

With 836 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Jefferson, accounting for 16.1% of all households. In contrast, only 218 households (4.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Jefferson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002655.1%
$10,000 to $14,9992865.5%
$15,000 to $24,9995049.7%
$25,000 to $34,99953510.3%
$35,000 to $49,99983616.1%
$50,000 to $74,99979515.3%
$75,000 to $99,99981615.7%
$100,000 to $149,99968113.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992184.2%
$200,000+2605.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jefferson

The median household income in Jefferson is $54,808, with the highest median household income of $69,983 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,075 households (39.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,384, with 222 households (4.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jefferson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years222 (4.3%)$27,384
25 to 44 Years1,446 (27.8%)$54,071
45 to 64 Years2,075 (39.9%)$69,983
65+ Years1,452 (28.0%)$41,930
Total5,195 (100.0%)$54,808

Poverty in Jefferson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson

With 9.4% poverty level for males and 14.6% for females among the residents of Jefferson, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 63 males (25.3%) and 91 females (39.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years63 (25.3%)23 (16.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)48 (17.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)91 (39.2%)
15 Years8 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years17 (5.2%)132 (37.3%)
25 to 34 Years78 (13.2%)114 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years34 (4.4%)31 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years33 (7.4%)122 (16.9%)
55 to 64 Years124 (14.3%)78 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years28 (5.6%)77 (12.0%)
75 Years and over48 (12.9%)57 (14.3%)
Total441 (9.4%)773 (14.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson

According to the poverty statistics in Jefferson, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years186 (74.7%)117 (83.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years244 (100.0%)225 (82.4%)
12 to 14 Years109 (100.0%)141 (60.8%)
15 Years42 (84.0%)18 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years160 (95.2%)87 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years309 (94.8%)222 (62.7%)
25 to 34 Years512 (86.8%)661 (85.3%)
35 to 44 Years741 (95.6%)592 (95.0%)
45 to 54 Years415 (92.6%)600 (83.1%)
55 to 64 Years742 (85.7%)886 (91.9%)
65 to 74 Years470 (94.4%)567 (88.0%)
75 Years and over325 (87.1%)341 (85.7%)
Total4,255 (90.6%)4,524 (85.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jefferson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jefferson show that 5.3% or 64 of the total 1,203 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.7%, comprising of 45 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jefferson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children740 (94.3%)45 (5.7%)
1 or 2 Children370 (95.1%)19 (4.9%)
3 or 4 Children29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,139 (94.7%)64 (5.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jefferson

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jefferson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)22 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)152 (31.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)174 (20.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jefferson

The poverty data for Jefferson shows that 64 of the married-couple family households (5.3%) and 174 of the single-parent households (16.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 households (5.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 152 household (27.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jefferson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children45 (5.7%)22 (5.1%)
1 or 2 Children19 (4.9%)152 (27.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (5.3%)174 (16.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Jefferson

Employment by Class of Employer in Jefferson

Among the 5,581 employed individuals in Jefferson, private company employees (3,276 | 58.7%), not-for-profit organizations (704 | 12.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (545 | 9.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jefferson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,27658.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3195.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5459.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations70412.6%
Local Government Employees3997.1%
State Government Employees1452.6%
Federal Government Employees1933.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total5,581100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jefferson

According to the labor force statistics for Jefferson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,759), 68.0% or 5,956 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 250 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 90.2% or 1,261 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 52.6% or 30 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jefferson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years57 (18.4%)30 (52.6%)
20 to 24 Years503 (80.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years496 (79.1%)23 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years595 (80.6%)14 (2.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,261 (90.2%)35 (2.8%)
45 to 54 Years994 (84.5%)32 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years716 (78.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years666 (70.1%)70 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years578 (47.7%)36 (6.2%)
75 Years and over87 (10.7%)7 (8.0%)
Total5,956 (68.0%)250 (4.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jefferson

According to labor force statistics for Jefferson, 81.6% of individuals (4,730) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,797) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 175 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.7% or 1,888 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.3% or 60 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jefferson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School420 (58.4%)103 (14.3%)
High School Diploma1,110 (75.4%)40 (2.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,309 (87.2%)48 (3.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,888 (89.7%)46 (2.2%)
Total4,730 (81.6%)214 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jefferson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson are Community & Social Service (751 | 13.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (469 | 8.3%), Management (409 | 7.2%), Health Technologists (381 | 6.8%), and Business & Financial (354 | 6.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jefferson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (59.8%), Architecture & Engineering (55.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (84.5%), Education Instruction & Library (84.2%), and Health Technologists (78.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jefferson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management155 (37.9%)254 (62.1%)
Business & Financial139 (39.3%)215 (60.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science74 (50.0%)74 (50.0%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Architecture & Engineering54 (55.7%)43 (44.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (35.5%)20 (64.5%)
Community & Social Service 253 (33.7%)498 (66.3%)
Education, Arts & Media11 (15.5%)60 (84.5%)
Legal Services & Support144 (59.8%)97 (40.3%)
Education Instruction & Library55 (15.8%)294 (84.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment43 (47.8%)47 (52.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating115 (24.5%)354 (75.5%)
Health Technologists83 (21.8%)298 (78.2%)
Total (Category)736 (34.5%)1,395 (65.5%)
Total (Overall)2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jefferson are Food Preparation & Serving (410 | 7.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (342 | 6.1%), Security & Protection (165 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (163 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (137 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Jefferson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jefferson, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (90.7%), Security & Protection (77.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (75.7%), and Personal Care & Service (70.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jefferson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)163 (100.0%)
Security & Protection128 (77.6%)37 (22.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention50 (63.3%)29 (36.7%)
Law Enforcement78 (90.7%)8 (9.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving214 (52.2%)196 (47.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance83 (24.3%)259 (75.7%)
Personal Care & Service40 (29.2%)97 (70.8%)
Total (Category)465 (38.2%)752 (61.8%)
Total (Overall)2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jefferson are Office & Administration (641 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (575 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jefferson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jefferson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related264 (45.9%)311 (54.1%)
Office & Administration70 (10.9%)571 (89.1%)
Total (Category)334 (27.5%)882 (72.5%)
Total (Overall)2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jefferson are Construction & Extraction (380 | 6.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (126 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jefferson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jefferson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction380 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)506 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jefferson are Transportation (237 | 4.2%), Production (188 | 3.3%), and Material Moving (145 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jefferson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jefferson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production143 (76.1%)45 (23.9%)
Transportation167 (70.5%)70 (29.5%)
Material Moving133 (91.7%)12 (8.3%)
Total (Category)443 (77.7%)127 (22.3%)
Total (Overall)2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson

Employment Industries in Jefferson

The major employment industries in Jefferson include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,103 | 19.6%), Retail Trade (623 | 11.1%), Educational Services (534 | 9.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (530 | 9.4%), and Professional & Scientific (452 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Jefferson

Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson

The Jefferson industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (86.4%), Construction (86.3%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (85.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Construction303 (86.3%)48 (13.7%)
Manufacturing162 (72.7%)61 (27.4%)
Wholesale Trade105 (70.5%)44 (29.5%)
Retail Trade301 (48.3%)322 (51.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing189 (69.5%)83 (30.5%)
Utilities48 (59.3%)33 (40.7%)
Information22 (39.3%)34 (60.7%)
Finance & Insurance95 (49.2%)98 (50.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing57 (86.4%)9 (13.6%)
Professional & Scientific193 (42.7%)259 (57.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support138 (50.7%)134 (49.3%)
Educational Services87 (16.3%)447 (83.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance161 (14.6%)942 (85.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation118 (78.7%)32 (21.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services229 (43.2%)301 (56.8%)
Public Administration172 (62.1%)105 (37.9%)
Total2,484 (44.0%)3,156 (56.0%)

Education in Jefferson

School Enrollment in Jefferson

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,734 students in Jefferson are elementary school (455 | 26.2%), high school (419 | 24.2%), and middle school (359 | 20.7%).
School Enrollment in Jefferson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1217.0%
Kindergarten462.6%
Elementary School45526.2%
Middle School35920.7%
High School41924.2%
College / Undergraduate17410.0%
Graduate / Professional1609.2%
Total1,734100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jefferson

Out of a total of 1,734 students who are enrolled in schools in Jefferson, 439 (25.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,295 (74.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 59 (46.1% 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 113 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jefferson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds79 (74.5%)27 (25.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old298 (72.0%)116 (28.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds369 (74.1%)129 (25.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds261 (80.8%)62 (19.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds42 (79.2%)11 (20.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds69 (53.9%)59 (46.1%)
35 Years and over64 (64.6%)35 (35.3%)
Total1,295 (74.7%)439 (25.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jefferson

Business (512 | 18.5%), science & technology (351 | 12.7%), education (290 | 10.5%), liberal arts & history (266 | 9.6%), and social sciences (252 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,769 individuals in Jefferson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jefferson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics291.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1344.8%
Physical & Health Sciences531.9%
Psychology2017.3%
Social Sciences2529.1%
Engineering792.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies250.9%
Science & Technology35112.7%
Business51218.5%
Education29010.5%
Literature & Languages1585.7%
Liberal Arts & History2669.6%
Visual & Performing Arts2268.2%
Communications752.7%
Arts & Humanities1184.3%
Total2,769100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jefferson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jefferson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jefferson are males with 2 vehicles (1,036, accounting for 41.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,273, making up 34.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jefferson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle129 (5.2%)112 (3.7%)
1 Vehicle965 (38.7%)1,255 (41.3%)
2 Vehicles1,036 (41.5%)1,273 (41.9%)
3 Vehicles291 (11.7%)340 (11.2%)
4 Vehicles46 (1.8%)61 (2.0%)
5 or more Vehicles28 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,495 (100.0%)3,041 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jefferson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jefferson are 15 to 19 minutes (1,160 commuters, 22.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (939 commuters, 18.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (785 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Jefferson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2114.1%
5 to 9 Minutes78515.2%
10 to 14 Minutes65712.8%
15 to 19 Minutes1,16022.5%
20 to 24 Minutes93918.2%
25 to 29 Minutes3697.2%
30 to 34 Minutes60311.7%
35 to 39 Minutes490.9%
40 to 44 Minutes440.9%
45 to 59 Minutes1332.6%
60 to 89 Minutes1623.1%
90 or more Minutes400.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Jefferson

The most common commute times in Jefferson are 20 to 24 minutes (559 commuters, 24.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (849 commuters, 30.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jefferson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes110 (4.7%)101 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes240 (10.3%)545 (19.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes377 (16.2%)280 (9.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes311 (13.4%)849 (30.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes559 (24.1%)380 (13.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes150 (6.5%)219 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes341 (14.7%)262 (9.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes44 (1.9%)5 (0.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes22 (0.9%)22 (0.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes81 (3.5%)52 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes52 (2.2%)110 (3.9%)
90 or more Minutes34 (1.5%)6 (0.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jefferson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jefferson are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (390, 16.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (411, 14.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jefferson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM93 (4.0%)51 (1.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM69 (3.0%)37 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM194 (8.4%)108 (3.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM207 (8.9%)279 (9.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM284 (12.2%)400 (14.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM329 (14.2%)392 (13.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM390 (16.8%)411 (14.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM221 (9.5%)253 (8.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM148 (6.4%)211 (7.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM172 (7.4%)218 (7.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM39 (1.7%)97 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (0.9%)15 (0.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM72 (3.1%)91 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM81 (3.5%)268 (9.5%)
Total2,321 (100.0%)2,831 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jefferson

Occupancy by Ownership in Jefferson

Of the total 5,195 dwellings in Jefferson, owner-occupied units account for 2,776 (53.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,419 (46.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jefferson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,77653.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,41946.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units5,195100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jefferson

Occupancy by Household Size in Jefferson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,60850.2%
2-Person Household1,58630.5%
3-Person Household58011.2%
4+ Person Household4218.1%
Total Housing Units5,195100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jefferson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jefferson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,326 (50.8%)1,282 (49.2%)
2-Person Household891 (56.2%)695 (43.8%)
3-Person Household338 (58.3%)242 (41.7%)
4+ Person Household221 (52.5%)200 (47.5%)
Total Housing Units2,776 (53.4%)2,419 (46.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jefferson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jefferson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School135 (25.3%)399 (74.7%)
High School Diploma710 (48.7%)748 (51.3%)
College/Associate Degree661 (49.2%)681 (50.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,270 (68.2%)591 (31.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jefferson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jefferson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years90917.5%
35 to 44 Years75914.6%
45 to 54 Years75614.5%
55 to 64 Years1,31925.4%
65 to 74 Years83616.1%
75 to 84 Years3747.2%
85 Years and Over2424.7%
Total5,195100.0%

Housing Finances in Jefferson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jefferson

Median Income by Occupancy in Jefferson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,776 (53.4%)$73,942
Renter-Occupied2,419 (46.6%)$41,716
Average5,195 (100.0%)$54,808

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jefferson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jefferson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00051 (1.8%)67 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999115 (4.1%)30 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999103 (3.7%)183 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99968 (2.5%)155 (6.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999107 (3.8%)176 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999150 (5.4%)387 (16.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999366 (13.2%)468 (19.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999461 (16.6%)335 (13.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999513 (18.5%)302 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999435 (15.7%)246 (10.2%)
$150,000 or more407 (14.7%)70 (2.9%)
Total2,776 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jefferson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jefferson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300214 (7.7%)10 (0.4%)
$300 to $499509 (18.3%)18 (0.7%)
$500 to $799469 (16.9%)322 (13.3%)
$800 to $999163 (5.9%)638 (26.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499654 (23.6%)905 (37.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999483 (17.4%)338 (14.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499214 (7.7%)24 (1.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99938 (1.4%)55 (2.3%)
$3,000 or more32 (1.1%)10 (0.4%)
Total2,776 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jefferson

Housing Structures in Jefferson

Housing Structures in Jefferson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,14760.6%
Single Unit, Attached4448.6%
2 Unit Apartments3526.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2554.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1983.8%
10 or more Apartments68913.3%
Mobile Home / Other1102.1%
Total5,195100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jefferson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jefferson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,323 (73.8%)824 (26.2%)
Single Unit, Attached252 (56.8%)192 (43.2%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (4.0%)338 (96.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments84 (32.9%)171 (67.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments26 (13.1%)172 (86.9%)
10 or more Apartments34 (4.9%)655 (95.1%)
Mobile Home / Other43 (39.1%)67 (60.9%)
Total2,776 (53.4%)2,419 (46.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jefferson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jefferson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.2%)175 (7.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms230 (8.3%)684 (28.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,004 (36.2%)1,269 (52.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms984 (35.4%)280 (11.6%)
8 or more Rooms553 (19.9%)11 (0.4%)
Total2,776 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jefferson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jefferson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,720 (62.0%)780 (32.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,042 (37.5%)1,627 (67.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used5 (0.2%)12 (0.5%)
Total2,776 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jefferson

Household Vehicle Usage in Jefferson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle207 (7.5%)355 (14.7%)
1 Vehicle1,264 (45.5%)1,326 (54.8%)
2 Vehicles1,002 (36.1%)641 (26.5%)
3 or more Vehicles303 (10.9%)97 (4.0%)
Total2,776 (100.0%)2,419 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jefferson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jefferson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,2131,563
Median Property Value$217,200$244,500
Median Household Income$62,538$286
Monthly Housing Costs$450$32
Real Estate Taxes$664$23

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jefferson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jefferson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00056 (4.6%)19 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999141 (11.6%)5 (0.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999818 (67.4%)1,163 (74.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999140 (11.5%)336 (21.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99958 (4.8%)40 (2.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,213 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jefferson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jefferson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000109 (9.0%)34 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $24,999143 (11.8%)57 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999105 (8.7%)135 (8.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999164 (13.5%)45 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999233 (19.2%)202 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999173 (14.3%)228 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999165 (13.6%)340 (21.7%)
$150,000 or more121 (10.0%)270 (17.3%)
Total1,213 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jefferson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jefferson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x317 (26.1%)81,250 (5,198.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x176 (14.5%)402 (25.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x206 (17.0%)441 (28.2%)
4.0x or more514 (42.4%)211 (13.5%)
Total1,213 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jefferson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jefferson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800563 (46.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499268 (22.1%)438 (28.0%)
$800 to $1,499194 (16.0%)566 (36.2%)
Total1,213 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jefferson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years428 (93.9%)28 (6.1%)
6 to 18 Years1,191 (97.0%)37 (3.0%)
19 to 25 Years507 (72.7%)190 (27.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,117 (88.9%)140 (11.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,149 (83.6%)225 (16.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,040 (88.9%)130 (11.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,687 (92.2%)143 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,110 (97.2%)32 (2.8%)
75 Years and older771 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,000 (90.7%)925 (9.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jefferson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jefferson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born428 (93.9%)28 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,191 (97.0%)37 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen507 (72.7%)190 (27.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jefferson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jefferson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,377 (86.0%)225 (14.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,988 (87.5%)285 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,449 (89.9%)162 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,317 (89.0%)162 (11.0%)
$100,000 and over2,717 (97.2%)78 (2.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6277 (60.8%)186 (40.8%)
6 to 18 Years748 (60.9%)586 (47.7%)
19 to 25 Years123 (17.6%)384 (55.1%)
25 to 34 Years359 (28.6%)884 (70.3%)
35 to 44 Years254 (18.5%)897 (65.3%)
45 to 54 Years271 (23.2%)799 (68.3%)
55 to 64 Years402 (22.0%)1,362 (74.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,024 (89.7%)491 (43.0%)
75 Years and over769 (99.7%)445 (57.7%)
Total4,227 (42.6%)6,034 (60.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jefferson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jefferson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (2.3%)114 (16.8%)
18 to 34 Years141 (16.2%)107 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years335 (16.2%)402 (17.4%)
65 to 74 Years166 (33.3%)90 (14.0%)
75 Years and over158 (42.4%)259 (65.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jefferson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jefferson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (2.1%)20 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years80 (16.1%)28 (4.3%)
75 Years and over93 (24.9%)137 (34.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jefferson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years82 (4.0%)55 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years5 (1.0%)15 (2.3%)
75 Years and over20 (5.4%)59 (14.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jefferson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (2.3%)104 (15.4%)
18 to 34 Years113 (13.0%)28 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years207 (10.0%)209 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years39 (7.8%)48 (7.4%)
75 Years and over80 (21.4%)65 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jefferson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years121 (5.9%)171 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years85 (17.1%)21 (3.3%)
75 Years and over114 (30.6%)229 (57.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jefferson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years14 (0.7%)64 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years16 (3.2%)4 (0.6%)
75 Years and over50 (13.4%)123 (30.9%)

Technology Access in Jefferson

Computing Device Access in Jefferson

Computing Device Access in Jefferson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,72371.7%
Smartphone4,36784.1%
Tablet2,89555.7%
No Computing Device4719.1%
Total5,195100.0%

Internet Access in Jefferson

Internet Access in Jefferson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3,46966.8%
Cellular Data Only76914.8%
Satellite Internet2935.6%
No Internet84916.3%
Total5,195100.0%

Jefferson Summary

Jefferson, Louisiana is a parish located in the southeastern part of the state. It is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east, the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and the parishes of St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, and St. James to the west. The parish seat is the city of Gretna.

History

Jefferson Parish was established in 1825, and was named after Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. The parish was originally part of Orleans Parish, but was split off in 1825 due to the increasing population of the area.
In the early 19th century, the area was largely rural and agricultural, with the main crops being sugar cane and cotton. The area was also home to a large number of Native American tribes, including the Choctaw, Houma, and Chitimacha.
In the late 19th century, the area began to experience rapid growth due to the development of the port of New Orleans and the expansion of the railroad. This led to an influx of immigrants from Europe, particularly from Italy and Ireland.

Geography

Jefferson Parish is located in the southeastern part of Louisiana, and is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east, the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and the parishes of St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, and St. James to the west. The parish covers an area of 576 square miles, and has a population of 433,924 as of the 2010 census.
The parish is divided into two distinct regions: the East Bank and the West Bank. The East Bank is largely urban and suburban, while the West Bank is more rural and agricultural. The parish is home to several cities, including Gretna, Harahan, Kenner, Metairie, and Westwego.

Economy

Jefferson Parish has a diverse economy, with a mix of industries including manufacturing, retail, tourism, and healthcare. The parish is home to several major employers, including Ochsner Health System, Entergy Corporation, and the Port of New Orleans.
The parish is also home to several major tourist attractions, including the Audubon Zoo, the Aquarium of the Americas, and the French Quarter. Tourism is a major source of revenue for the parish, and is estimated to generate over $2 billion annually.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Jefferson Parish had a population of 433,924. The racial makeup of the parish was 64.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.
The median household income in the parish was $50,845, and the median family income was $60,879. The per capita income was $25,845. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Jefferson Parish is home to a large number of immigrants, particularly from Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. The foreign-born population of the parish was estimated to be 8.3% in 2010.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jefferson?
Total Population of Jefferson is 10,141.
What is the Total Male Population of Jefferson?
Total Male Population of Jefferson is 4,767.
What is the Total Female Population of Jefferson?
Total Female Population of Jefferson is 5,374.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jefferson?
There are 88.70 Males per 100 Females in Jefferson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jefferson?
There are 112.73 Females per 100 Males in Jefferson.
What is the Median Population Age in Jefferson?
Median Population Age in Jefferson is 44.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jefferson
Average Family Size in Jefferson is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jefferson
Average Household Size in Jefferson is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jefferson?
Per Capita income in Jefferson is $38,905.
What is the Median Family Income in Jefferson?
Median Family Income in Jefferson is $66,484.
What is the Median Household income in Jefferson?
Median Household Income in Jefferson is $54,808.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson?
Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson is 4.3%.
Women in Jefferson earn 95.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Jefferson?
Family Income Deficit in Jefferson is $7,444.
Families that are below poverty line in Jefferson earn $7,444 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jefferson?
There are 5,956 People in the Labor Forcein in Jefferson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jefferson?
68.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Jefferson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jefferson?
Unemployment Rate in Jefferson is 4.2%.