Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Jefferson Davis Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 32,083. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Jefferson Davis Parish is 37.4 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Jefferson Davis Parish is $56,500. This is 6% lower than the state median of $60,023. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $145,000. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $208,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Jefferson Davis Parish is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Jefferson Davis Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.7%. The Black or African American population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 30.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 26.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.7%.