District 12, Louisiana
District 12 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 12 is a geographic entity located in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,006. The land area covers 48.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | ±586 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.8 yrs | ±9.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 857 | ±238 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 908 | ±266 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 857 | ±238 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 51 | ±82 |
| Median Home Value | $119,900 | ±$59,305 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,589 | ±$43,166 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,765 | ±$7,659 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% | ±13.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 360 | ±296 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 760 | ±366 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 68% | ±13.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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PARISH OF JEFFERSON DAVIS
GUS Population: 31,436 (2024)
ID: 225523
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SECRETARY TREASURER
304 N STATE ST, JENNINGS LA 70546-5328
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-12 | Basile, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Bell City, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Elton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Evangeline, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fenton, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Jennings, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Iowa, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Iowa, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Jennings, LA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SOWELA Technical Community College
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College | 21.7 mi away | 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA, 70615 |
3374216565
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MCBURNEY MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 301 SOUTH SARAH STREET, WELSH, LA, 70591 |
(337) 734-3262
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JENNINGS CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 303 CARY AVENUE, JENNINGS, LA, 70546 |
(337) 821-5517
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JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 118 WEST PLAQUEMINE STREET, JENNINGS, LA, 70546 |
(337) 824-1210
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JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 118 WEST PLAQUEMINE STREET, JENNINGS, LA, 70546 |
(337) 824-1210
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IOWA BRANCH
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 109 SOUTH TOMPSON AVENUE, IOWA, LA, 70647 |
(337) 721-7101
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HAYES BRANCH
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 7709 PERIER STREET, HAYES, LA, 70646 |
(337) 721-7098
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MERMENTAU BRANCH
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 107 SECOND STREET, MERMENTAU, LA, 70556 |
(337) 824-0690
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KINDER BRANCH
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 833 FOURTH AVENUE, KINDER, LA, 70648 |
(318) 491-4545
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LAKE ARTHUR BRANCH
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 600 FOURTH STREET, LAKE ARTHUR, LA, 70549 |
(337) 774-3661
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at JENNINGS, LA US, located 9.8 miles from District 12. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.1° | 41.6° | 50.9° | 6.29" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.9° | 45.1° | 54.5° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.7° | 51.5° | 61.1° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.1° | 57.8° | 67.5° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.7° | 65.9° | 74.8° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.5° | 72.0° | 80.3° | 6.61" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 73.7° | 81.9° | 5.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.0° | 73.2° | 82.1° | 6.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.7° | 69.0° | 78.3° | 5.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.4° | 58.7° | 69.5° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.2° | 49.2° | 59.7° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.5° | 43.6° | 53.1° | 4.74" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh town | Town | 2.7 mi | — |
| Roanoke CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Lacassine CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Fenton village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
| Jennings city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Iowa town | Town | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2205395635. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.