Jefferson CDP, LA

ZIP 70121 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Jefferson CDP, LA (70121)

Median Income

$59,029

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+430

Wealth inflow

Population

10,853

Unemployment

3.0%

0.7pp below US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 430 for ZIP 70121 (Jefferson CDP, LA) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

3.0%-20% vs US avg

Self-Employed

1.9%-69% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

13.1%+12% vs US avg

423

Establishments

14,920

Employees

~35 per establishment — mix of small and larger employers

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining0.1%
Construction5.8%
Manufacturing3.4%
Wholesale trade2.6%
Retail trade11.4%
Transportation, utilities5.8%
Information1.4%
Finance, insurance, real estate3.6%
Professional, scientific, management15.0%
Education, health care, social29.5%
Arts, entertainment, food services10.8%
Other services5.1%
Public administration5.5%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 70121 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 4.5%, median income rose 2.8% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 5.2%.

Median Income

$59,029

-21% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate