Jackson Public RecordsLouisiana

Jackson, in East Feliciana Parish, LA, is served by the East Louisiana State Hospital—Louisiana’s largest psychiatric hospital—and area clinics, with limited primary care options. The parish has an uninsured rate of about 11%, lower than the state average. Over 48% of residents are Black, with a median age of 40. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and mental health disorders. There are approximately 1.2 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents, below the national average, reflecting provider shortages and challenges in accessing comprehensive healthcare services locally.

In Jackson city, East Feliciana Parish, LA, most residents commute by car, with over 90% driving alone and less than 1% using public transit (U.S. Census Bureau, 2022). The average commute time is approximately 34 minutes, notably higher than the national average of 27 minutes. Vehicle ownership is high, with about 95% of households having access to at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure is largely road-based, with US Highway 61 as a main route. Major employment hubs include local healthcare, correctional facilities, and education sectors, predominantly located within or near Jackson and neighboring towns.

Jackson, located in East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, is served primarily by East Feliciana High School, the parish’s only public high school, enrolling roughly 400 students. The school’s graduation rate averages about 80%, but only around 15% of adults in Jackson have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The area offers limited adult education and vocational programs. School safety measures meet state requirements, though the public school performance score was below the state average at 57.5 (2022). The district offers some special education and career readiness programs, but advanced placement options are limited.

Jackson, located in East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, had a population of approximately 3,666 in the 2020 Census. The city is about 57% male and 43% female, with a median age of 35 years. Racially, Jackson is 59% Black or African American, 39% White, and about 2% other races or multiracial. Hispanic or Latino residents comprise less than 2% of the population. The city reflects the diverse yet predominantly Black and White demographic typical of the region.

Jackson, a small town in East Feliciana Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of roughly 68%, with median home values around $130,000 as of 2023. Rental rates average $850 per month. The market remains stable, with values growing about 3% year-over-year. Housing stock includes mostly single-family homes and some historic properties closer to downtown. Popular neighborhoods are Newellton and the areas surrounding Main Street. Property tax rates average 0.16% of home value, notably below the national average, contributing to the area's affordability for both homeowners and renters.