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Jena, Louisiana

town · LaSalle Parish

At a glance

4,160
Population
$139,700
Median home value (all homes)
54% below U.S. median
$160,721
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$906/mo
Median rent
33% below U.S. median
$71,730
Median household income
9% below U.S. median
36.4 min
Average commute
95.8%
Homes with broadband
99.23%
Locations with fiber available
1.6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 88 — 12% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing36% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities12% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost21% above
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college30 mi
Nearest community college34 mi
Nearest technical college30 mi
High school graduates91.7%
College graduates21.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

region Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce is committed to improving the local business climate in the Alexandria/Pineville region, advocating for business interests, and supporting member businesses through events, referrals, and leadership development.
region Central Louisiana Economic Alliance
A regional economic development organization for Central Louisiana serving ten parishes, with a mission to grow the economy, champion people, and build on collective strengths to shape a region where individuals, businesses, and communities can prosper.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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