Jennings

Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana

Population 32K |Median income $57,341

Population

31,924

Jefferson Davis Parish

Median Income

$57,341

-16% vs avg

Median Home Value

$150,800

-34% vs avg

Median Age

38.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

32K+1%

Median Income

$57,341+38%

Median Home Value

$150,800+74%

Poverty Rate

14.6%-22%

Unemployment

4.7%-53%

Economics

Median Rent

$848/mo

Poverty Rate

14.6% +3% vs avg

Unemployment 4.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 15.4%

Work From Home 4.2%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 77.3%

African American 14.5%

Two or More Ethnicities 5.5%

Asian 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42.8%

Obesity

42.7%

Short Sleep Duration

37.8%

Physical Inactivity

33.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.5%

Current Smoking

19.9%

Binge Drinking

17.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

17%

Diabetes

14.8%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.2%

Annual Checkup 80.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.4%

Alerts & News — Jennings Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Jennings, LA? ▼

Jennings, LA has a population of 31,924 people, located in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Jennings? ▼

The median household income in Jennings, LA is $57,341 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.

What is the median home value in Jennings? ▼

The median home value in Jennings, LA is $150,800. Median rent is $848/month.

What are the top health concerns in Jennings? ▼

The top health indicators in Jennings include High Blood Pressure (42.8%), Obesity (42.7%), Short Sleep Duration (37.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

What is the median age in Jennings? ▼

The median age in Jennings, LA is 38.1 years. 15.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Jennings, LA is located in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 32K and a median household income of $57,341, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Safety alerts for the Jennings area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jefferson Davis Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.