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New Orleans, LA
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Population: 383,974
Home Price: $255,500
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Overview
New Orleans is a large city in the state of Louisiana with a population of 383,974. New Orleans has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Large City
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
23.5 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of New Orleans, LA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Per Capita Income
$34,036
$24,824
$32,693
Median Household Income
$45,594
$48,404
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
8.4%
7.0%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
18.0%
10.5%
Age
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Median Age
37.7
39.1
42.3
Gender
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Male
47.5%
48.9%
49.8%
Female
52.5%
51.1%
50.2%
Race
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
White
32.7%
62.6%
80.3%
Black or African American
58.1%
31.1%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.8%
2.7%
Asian
2.7%
0.9%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
2.1%
1.2%
2.7%
Multiracial
4.1%
3.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Median Home Price
$255,500
$131,264
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$881
$591
$801
Family Households
26.2%
26.2%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
42.3%
42.3%
26.2%
Homeowners
48.0%
68.5%
72.9%
Renters
52.0%
31.5%
27.1%
Education
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
8.3%
11.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
22.4%
22.4%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
21.6%
19.8%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
5.0%
6.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
21.9%
11.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Mathematics
51.8%
65.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
56.8%
71.3%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Murder
30.7
6.3
3.0
Rape
196.2
37.6
38.0
Robbery
256.8
62.7
40.7
Assault
661.1
426.1
188.5
Property Crime
New Orleans
Louisiana
United States
Burglary
543.2
635.4
336.1
Theft
4001.3
2353.4
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
748.0
165.4
167.1
Arson
NA
5.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around New Orleans, LA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
happy hour
cajun
crawfish
food drinks
gluten free
hot dogs
beignets
chef
wine
whiskey wine
gumbo
skincare
dining experience
cocktails
hot wings
vegan
culinary
beer
restaurant
delicious
nola nyc nola
pelicans saints
saints pels
country music
music hiphoprap
video games
sports announcer
combat sports
football
movies tv
college football
fantasy football
professional handicapper
basketball
nba
ncaa football
flag football
pop culture
nba nfl
boxing
inspired by
digital artist
nft
creative
motion designer
art historian
cover art
nsfw art
digital illustrator
fine arts
mixed media
curator
commissions open
digital collage
fashion
fashion design
ephemera
graphic design
artists
literature
spending time
nerdy things
video games
movies tv
board games
books
comics movies
horror movies
random stuff
comic books
pc gamer
random thoughts
collector
fitness
anime
videogame nerd
photography
gaming
youtuber
comics
nola nyc nola
sports
producer writer
music hiphoprap
producer
radio show
producer director
tv
content producer
radio host
local news
movies tv
digital content
digital media
editor columnist
food drinks
executive producer
creative
booking
film television
sports
summer
space
arts
beach
photography
nature
pool
swimming pool
aviation
swimming
dining
lakes
fishing
courtyard
facilities
conservation
gardens
cabin
gardening
coffee shop
shop online
shop local
bike shop
accessories
clothing accessories
clothing
online shopping
local businesses
vintage clothing
retail
gas station
retail stores
apparel
restaurant
vending
air fresheners
womens boutique
unique jewelry
cafe
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