Jefferson, La.

Nearest major city: New Orleans
Population: 10,580
Median family income: $54,008
Median home price: $150,000
Unemployment rate: 6.2%
Violent crime index: 14

About 19.5% of residents are married with children in the city of Jefferson, part of Jefferson Parish on the east bank of the Mississippi River. The area offers amenities such as shopping malls and country clubs. While Jefferson still has a large unmarried population, home prices are lower than in some other neighborhoods in New Orleans, making it an attractive option for families. According to the U.S. Census, 23.4% of the population here is African American, making Jefferson one of the more racially diverse suburbs on this year's list.

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