Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Demographics 2026
Jefferson Parish, Louisiana has a population of 430,920, the 2nd most populous county in Louisiana. The median household income is $65,252 and the median home value is $251,400. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jefferson Parish Quick Facts
How Jefferson Parish Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 432,484 | 430,920 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $65,246 | $65,252 | +0.0% |
| Median home value | $243,500 | $251,400 | +3.2% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Jefferson Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metairie | 139,729 | $73,042 | 12.5% | $327,500 |
| Kenner | 64,904 | $64,020 | 15.4% | $246,300 |
| Marrero | 32,540 | $41,402 | 23.0% | $169,800 |
| Terrytown | 24,726 | $51,718 | 19.2% | $220,300 |
| Harvey | 20,915 | $48,774 | 25.8% | $200,100 |
| Gretna | 17,389 | $43,110 | 26.9% | $257,400 |
| Estelle | 16,341 | $78,869 | 17.0% | $217,300 |
| River Ridge | 13,312 | $84,336 | 9.7% | $357,400 |
| Woodmere | 11,879 | $75,828 | 18.2% | $191,100 |
| Waggaman | 11,330 | $68,374 | 24.5% | $170,400 |
| Timberlane | 10,886 | $65,901 | 25.1% | $221,000 |
| Jefferson | 9,703 | $57,235 | 16.4% | $247,700 |
| Harahan | 8,904 | $79,516 | 7.5% | $343,100 |
| Westwego | 8,335 | $46,261 | 20.2% | $177,400 |
| Bridge City | 7,297 | $57,031 | 24.1% | $95,700 |
| Elmwood | 6,077 | $89,430 | 7.7% | $188,100 |
| Avondale | 4,608 | $48,661 | 30.9% | $136,400 |
| Jean Lafitte | 2,266 | $64,452 | 13.1% | $205,200 |
| Grand Isle | 623 | N/A | 36.5% | $269,500 |
| Barataria | 544 | $78,869 | 4.8% | $181,500 |
| Lafitte | 488 | $29,886 | 4.3% | $316,400 |
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Population Overview
Jefferson Parish is located in Louisiana with a total population of 430,920. It is the 2nd most populous county out of 64 in Louisiana. The county encompasses 21 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jefferson Parish is 40.0 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jefferson Parish is $65,252. This is 7% higher than the state median of $60,756. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $251,400. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 62.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jefferson Parish is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 25.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.9% vs 7.2%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.2% vs 1.7%).
Education
30.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Jefferson Parish in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Jefferson Parish come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Louisiana and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana?
Jefferson Parish has a population of 430,920, making it the 2nd most populous county in Louisiana.
What is the median income in Jefferson Parish?
The median household income in Jefferson Parish is $65,252 with a poverty rate of 16.6%.
How many cities are in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana?
Jefferson Parish contains 21 Census-designated places.