Jackson Parish, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
14,939 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,345 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$319 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$472 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Louisiana
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 4 0 64
May 5 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 6 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, LA State Senate District 35, LA State House District 13, LA
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Schools

Weston High School
5 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Quitman High School
10 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Jonesboro-Hodge Middle School
10 miles, W • 1.9 star
Jonesboro-Hodge High School
10 miles, W • 3.7 star

Colleges

Louisiana Tech University
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
Grambling State University
18 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Jackson Parish Hospital
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
15 miles, N • 3.2 star
Winn Parish Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star

Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
34 miles, E • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
68 miles, S • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
74 miles, NW • 1.4 star