East Feliciana County Public RecordsLouisiana

East Feliciana Parish, LA, had 13,024 registered voters as of 2023, split largely between Democratic (around 54%) and Republican (44%) affiliation. Elections include federal, state, and local races, with turnout in presidential years above 65%. Key polling locations include Jackson Civic Center and local schools. The Parish Registrar administers elections, handling ID requirements and ballot security. Recent results show close contests for sheriff and parish council. Ongoing issues include increasing voter access and updating voting equipment. Major parties active are Democrats and Republicans, with some independent participation.

East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, reported a crime rate of 32.6 per 1,000 residents in 2023, notably higher than the national average. Violent crimes, including assault and robbery, accounted for about 26% of total incidents, with 194 reported cases last year. Property crime was more prevalent, totaling 542 incidents, mainly theft and burglary. Overall, East Feliciana faces crime rates above the state median, with a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime. Local law enforcement has increased patrols and community reporting initiatives to address safety concerns.

East Feliciana Parish, LA, has 8 public schools, including 1 high school; about 79% of adults hold a high school diploma, while only 12% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools score an average of 4/10 on GreatSchools.org. The parish offers adult education programs, such as GED preparation, through local centers. School safety initiatives include campus resource officers and anti-bullying policies. Educational programs focus on STEM, career-tech, and special education, supporting diverse student needs.

East Feliciana Parish, LA, had an employment rate of approximately 52.5% in 2022. Key industries include health care and social assistance (21%), educational services (13%), and public administration (9%). Major occupation types are management, business, science, and arts (28%), and service occupations (22%). Around 77% of workers commute alone by car, with a mean travel time of 33 minutes. Most employment is local, but many commute to Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes for work.

East Feliciana Parish, LA, has a homeownership rate of approximately 76%, with median home values around $139,400 and median gross rents near $798 (2022 ACS data). The local housing market remains stable, with modest year-over-year increases in property values. Housing consists mainly of single-family homes and rural properties, with neighborhoods ranging from Clinton’s historic district to more dispersed rural communities. Property tax rates are relatively low, averaging 0.35% of a property’s assessed value. Rental options are limited but available, typically in smaller multi-family or single-family homes.

As of the 2020 Census, East Feliciana Parish, LA, had a population of 19,724. The median age was approximately 41 years. About 51% of residents were male, and 49% female. Racially, the parish was 51% Black or African American, 46% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino, and less than 1% each for Asian, Native American, and other groups. This demographic mix reflects the parish’s rural, diverse community profile.