Jennings, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jennings, Louisiana had a total population of 9,553, the 60th largest city in Louisiana, with a median household income of $48,558, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Jennings Quick Facts
How Jennings 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 | 9,679 | 9,553 | -1.3% |
| Median household income | $45,194 | $48,558 | +7.4% |
| Median home value | $140,800 | $136,700 | -2.9% |
How Jennings Compares
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jennings Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in Jefferson Davis Parish
Cities Similar to Jennings
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrydale | 9,490 | $41,500 | $136,100 | 16.9% | 30.0% |
| Jefferson | 9,703 | $57,235 | $247,700 | 35.7% | 16.4% |
| Raceland | 9,585 | $60,286 | $187,800 | 17.5% | 13.8% |
| DeRidder | 9,763 | $59,801 | $156,600 | 20.8% | 19.1% |
| Westwego | 8,335 | $46,261 | $177,400 | 16.9% | 20.2% |
Population Overview
Jennings is a small city located in Louisiana, within Jefferson Davis Parish. The total population is 9,553. It ranks as the 60th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jennings is 39.8 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 10.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jennings is $48,558. This is 20% lower than the state median of $60,756. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $136,700. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $216,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Jennings is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jennings is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.7%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower 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 78.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jennings, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jennings, Louisiana?
Jennings, Louisiana has a population of 9,553 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jennings, LA?
The median household income in Jennings is $48,558, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jennings, LA?
The poverty rate in Jennings is 19.1%. This means approximately 1,744 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jennings, Louisiana?
Jennings's population is 63.4% White, 24.4% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jennings, LA?
The median home value in Jennings is $136,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Jennings, Louisiana?
16.0% of adults (25+) in Jennings hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.