New Orleans, LA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orleans Parish County · Louisiana
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for New Orleans based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why New Orleans, LA Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
New Orleans, LA ranks 14th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 53.8/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. The median household income of $55,339 provides residents with strong economic opportunity. With a violent crime rate of just 13.6 per 1,000 residents, New Orleans is significantly safer than most American cities. An unemployment rate of just 7.8% signals a robust local job market. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
376,035
2023 ACS
Median Income
$55,339
2023
Median Home Value
$296,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,211
2023
Median Age
38.4
Unemployment
7.8%
Avg Temperature
70°F
Cost of Living Index
107.6
100 = national avg
New Orleans is a city in Orleans Parish County, Louisiana, with a population of 376,035 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. New Orleans is one of the communities in Louisiana.
The median household income in New Orleans is $55,339, and the median home value is $296,400. The cost of living index is 107.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,211 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.8%, and the median age is 38.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
376,035
Male
177,299
47.1%
Female
198,736
52.9%
Median Age
38.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
29.9%
High School or Higher
45.1%
Foreign Born
6.5%
Veterans
3.7%
Married
27.6%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.582
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
55.2%
Foreign Born
6.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
29,857 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
355,190
English Only
90.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
18,686 speakers
Limited English
3.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.8%
Limited English Proficiency
3.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
13,987
3.7% of population
Disability Rate
29.6%
4,142 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,257
Unemployment Rate
7.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
12,471
89.2%
Female Veterans
1,516
10.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,257
Non-Veteran Income
$32,112
Difference
$10,145
31.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
4,142
Without Disability
9,845
Disability Rate
29.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
161,503
#1 Ancestry
German
6.4% (24,097)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.0% (22,704)
#3 Ancestry
French
5.4% (20,455)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
155,060
Family Households
73,585
47.5%
Married Couples
42,757
27.6%
Non-Family Households
81,475
52.5%
Single Mother Households
24,754
16.0%
Single Father Households
6,074
3.9%
Living Alone
69,263
44.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
62,300
In Married Couple
28,739
46.1%
With Single Mother
29,040
46.6%
With Single Father
4,521
7.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$78,575
Married Couple Income
$118,870
Single Mother Income
$39,600
Single Father Income
$58,048
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
6,792
Grandparents Responsible
2,780
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$55,339
-24% vs national
Per Capita Income
$39,698
+7% vs national
Poverty Rate
22.6%
+66% vs national
Gini Index
0.5591
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.8%
+51% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.5%
of households
How New Orleans Compares
New Orleans vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. New Orleans is highlighted.
Median Household Income
New Orleans, LA has a median household income of $55,339, making it the 18,746th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher median household income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
New Orleans, LA has a per capita income of $39,698, making it the 8,752nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher per capita income than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
New Orleans, LA has a poverty rate of 22.6%, making it the 5,745th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher poverty rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
New Orleans, LA has a unemployment rate of 7.8%, making it the 6,121st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher unemployment rate than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in New Orleans. The median household income here is $55,339.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.8%
+17% vs LA avg
Labor Force
190,228
Employed
174,022
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
29.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
45.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.4
Work from Home
13.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$104.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
107.6
100 = national avg
+7.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,333
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,877
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,113
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,331
per month
The median household income in New Orleans, LA is $55,339, which is 24.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $39,698. The poverty rate of 22.6% is lower than the LA state average of 22.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5591, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.8%, compared to the state average of 6.7%. The labor force is 190,228. 29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 13.7% working from home. About 63.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 107.6, which is 7.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 138.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,333 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median List Price
$324,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$195
Days on Market
88
Active Inventory
2,044
Months of Supply
9.0
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$236,136
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,615
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
16.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
226
New Listings
449
Pending Sales
305
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$195
Median List $/SF
$202
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in New Orleans, LA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area, home prices have risen 283.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 69.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 48.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 20.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader New Orleans-Metairie, LA housing market rather than New Orleans alone.
Metro area: New Orleans-Metairie, LA
New Orleans vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. New Orleans is highlighted.
Median Home Value
New Orleans, LA has a median home value of $296,400, making it the 7,192nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher median home value than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
New Orleans, LA has a median rent of $1,211, making it the 6,516th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher median rent than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
New Orleans, LA has a price per square foot of $195, making it the 8,459th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher price per square foot than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
New Orleans, LA has a rent burden of 26.3%, making it the 2,664th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that New Orleans has a higher rent burden than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$296,400
Median Rent
$1,211
Total Housing Units
194,758
Vacancy Rate
20.4%
Owner Occupied
50.5%
Renter Occupied
49.5%
Median Property Tax
$2,428
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,404
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,428
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
of home value
Median Home Value
$296,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,546
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,428) by the median home value ($296,400). In New Orleans, LA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.82%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in New Orleans, LA is $340,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 88 days on the market. 10.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 9.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $195. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,615/month. About 50.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1959. There are 194,758 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,428. The effective tax rate is 0.82%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
13.62
per 1,000 residents
+405% vs national
Property Crime Rate
50.90
per 1,000 residents
+193% vs national
Total Crimes
23,498
2023
Violent Clearance
25%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-10.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How New Orleans Compares
Source: FBI (2023)New Orleans vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. New Orleans is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2023)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)New Orleans police solve 45% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 193 | 0.53 | 45.1% |
| Rape | Violent | 681 | 1.87 | 6.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 656 | 1.80 | 41.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 3,427 | 9.41 | 24.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,742 | 4.78 | 21.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 10,091 | 27.71 | 9.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 6,703 | 18.40 | 6.0% |
New Orleans, LA reported 4,962 violent crimes and 18,536 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 13.62 per 1,000 residents is 404.6% above the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 25% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 10,091 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 60.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4,962 | 18,536 | 13.62 | 50.90 |
| 2022 | 5,613 | 17,177 | 15.17 | 46.41 |
| 2021 | 5,822 | 15,844 | 14.88 | 40.51 |
| 2020 | 5,215 | 17,876 | 13.24 | 45.40 |
| 2019 | 4,520 | 20,879 | 11.46 | 52.93 |
| 2018 | 4,612 | 18,063 | 11.64 | 45.57 |
| 2017 | 4,459 | 16,867 | 11.22 | 42.44 |
| 2016 | 4,251 | 15,571 | 10.70 | 39.20 |
| 2015 | 3,737 | 15,243 | 9.50 | 38.74 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
5
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
6
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2023 | Booker T. Washington High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
| Jan 22, 2018 | The NET Charter High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
| Nov 12, 2004 | Booker T. Washington High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | .38-caliber revolver |
| Apr 14, 2003 | John McDonogh High School | 1 | 3 | targeted | AK-47 and semiautomatic pistol |
| Sep 26, 2000 | Carter G. Woodson Middle School | 0 | 1 | targeted | .38-caliber revolver |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.3
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
77.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
99.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
39
Public Assistance
$5.0B
Individual Assistance
$4.3B
Most Common Type
Hurricane
26 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $2.6M | $4.5M |
| Tropical Storm Francine → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Seawater Intrusion → | Other | Sep 2023 | $247K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicholas → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | $151.3M | $380.4M |
| Tropical Storm Ida → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2021 | $103K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Zeta → | Hurricane | Jan 2021 | $7.0M | $6.6M |
| Tropical Storm Zeta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $29K | $1K |
| Hurricane Delta → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sally → | Hurricane | Sep 2020 | $809K | — |
| Hurricane Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $603K | $13K |
| Tropical Storms Laura and Marco → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Cristobal → | Coastal Storm | Jun 2020 | $46K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $109.7M | $7.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Barry → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | $3.8M | — |
Showing 20 of 53 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
127,222
Total Claims Paid
$7,300,743,587
Avg Claim Payout
$57,386
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
73
Federal Funding
$162,278,529
Properties Protected
526
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.19
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 9 | $20,381,364 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 6 | $696,923 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine; 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 6 | $48,068,991 |
| 97.1: Expanded Mitigation Strategies - PILOT | 3 | $196,649 |
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 3 | $21,054,514 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
New Orleans has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, cold wave. The area has had 39 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (26 declarations). 127,222 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,999,313,667 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,302,421,185 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 73 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.0%
2.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
27.8%
4.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.1%
3.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
1.9pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.3%
Arthritis
25.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.8%
Loneliness
40.1%
Lack of Support
31.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.5%
Mobility
16.0%
Cognitive
18.1%
Hearing
6.2%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.6%
Independent Living
10.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
New Orleans has an obesity rate of 34.0%, which is 2.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 27.8%, 4.3pp above the national average. About 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. 80.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
University Medical Center New ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center New Orleans | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital | 1.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System | 1.6 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Community Care Hospital | 2.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
70°F
Sunny Days
183
per year
Annual Rainfall
54.8"
UV Index
6.8
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in New Orleans. Click a month or press play.
55°F
48° / 61°
Jan
High
61°F
Low
48°F
Wind
10 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
98°F
Record Low
22°F
Avg High
76°F
Avg Low
64°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61°F | 48°F | 4.51" | — | 76% | 9.6 mph |
| Feb | 64°F | 51°F | 4.47" | — | 77% | 9.5 mph |
| Mar | 69°F | 57°F | 4.63" | — | 76% | 9.4 mph |
| Apr | 75°F | 63°F | 3.98" | — | 75% | 9.4 mph |
| May | 82°F | 70°F | 3.68" | — | 76% | 7.8 mph |
| Jun | 86°F | 76°F | 5.47" | — | 78% | 6.7 mph |
| Jul | 88°F | 78°F | 5.89" | — | 80% | 6.0 mph |
| Aug | 87°F | 78°F | 6.18" | — | 80% | 6.0 mph |
| Sep | 84°F | 74°F | 5.02" | — | 78% | 7.2 mph |
| Oct | 77°F | 66°F | 3.56" | — | 74% | 8.2 mph |
| Nov | 69°F | 57°F | 3.33" | — | 74% | 8.9 mph |
| Dec | 63°F | 51°F | 4.08" | — | 77% | 9.3 mph |
New Orleans has an average annual temperature of 70°F. The area enjoys approximately 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 54.8 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
387,921
Violations (5yr)
21
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CARROLLTON WATER WORKS | 334,903 | 2 |
| NEW ORLEANS ALGIERS WATER WORKS | 52,785 | 10 |
| LAFAYETTE MHP LLC | 188 | 1 |
| GIVING HOPE RETREAT | 45 | 8 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
7
Total CO₂e
716.2K MT
Top Emitter
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC - INDUSTRIAL GAS PRODUCTION FACILITY
261.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC - INDUSTRIAL GAS PRODUCTION FACILITY Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 261,745 |
New Orleans Power Station Entergy Corp | Power Plants | 170,081 |
MC 939 Shell Petroleum Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 100,284 |
Entergy (all subsidiary companies) Entergy Corp | Other | 89,968 |
SEWERAGE & WATER BOARD OF NEW ORLEANS Sewerage & Water Board Of New Orleans | Other | 50,287 |
East Bay Central Facility Whitney Oil & Gas Llc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 32,124 |
Entergy New Orleans, LLC Gas Business Entergy Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 11,736 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 21 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 7 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 716.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-16% vs national
Drive Alone
63.2%
-20% vs national
Public Transit
4.5%
+401% vs national
Work From Home
13.7%
+47% vs national
Carpool
8.7%
Walk / Bike
7.6%
combined
How New Orleans's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
60
2023
6-Year Avg
56
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
16
Cyclist
7
Nighttime
31
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 59 | 60 | 0 | 16 | 7 |
| 2022 | 70 | 73 | 0 | 36 | 4 |
| 2021 | 62 | 69 | 0 | 21 | 7 |
| 2020 | 49 | 51 | 12 | 10 | 6 |
| 2019 | 41 | 44 | 11 | 10 | 5 |
| 2018 | 40 | 41 | 12 | 19 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in New Orleans, LA is 20 minutes, which is 16.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 63.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.7% work from home, which is above the LA state average of 5.4%. Public transit is used by 4.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.7% of workers carpool. 5.7% walk to work. 1.9% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 60 traffic fatalities from 59 fatal crashes. 16 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.9%
of households
No Internet
12.7%
of households
Total Households
155,060
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.6%
of households
Smartphone
88.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
72.2%
of households
Tablet
52.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-36% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.5¢
per kWh
-29% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
5.6¢
per kWh
-52% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$141
residential
+1% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
31% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Louisiana averages 11.7¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $141. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
New Orleans vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Population Served
387,921
Violations (5yr)
21
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS CARROLLTON WATER WORKS | Community | Surface water | 334,903 | 2 |
| NEW ORLEANS ALGIERS WATER WORKS | Community | Surface water | 52,785 | 10 |
| LAFAYETTE MHP LLC | Community | Ground water | 188 | 1 |
| GIVING HOPE RETREAT | Community | Ground water | 45 | 8 |
83.5% of households in New Orleans have broadband internet access. 67.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.7% of households have no internet access. 15.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 387,921 people. A total of 21 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. New Orleans is located in Orleans Parish, LA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in New Orleans.
Election Overview
Source: Orleans Parish (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
130,749
82.2%
GOP Votes
24,119
15.2%
Total Votes
159,130
Margin
D+67.0%
Shift from 2020
R+1.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 130,749 | 24,119 | 159,130 | 82.2% | 15.2% | D+67.0 |
| 2020 | 147,854 | 26,664 | 177,819 | 83.2% | 15.0% | D+68.2 |
| 2016 | 133,833 | 24,267 | 165,619 | 80.8% | 14.6% | D+66.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orleans Parish recorded 159,130 total votes. Democrats won the county with 82.2% of the vote compared to 15.2% for Republicans, a margin of D+67.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.2pp from the previous election.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3,069
Total Assets
$29.0B
Total Income
$21.5B
Per 10K Residents
81.6
nonprofits
+8.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
556
Median Assets
$648K
Oldest Active
1920
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $20.9B of $29.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in New Orleans
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNew Orleans, LA has 3,069 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $29.0B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 388 organizations. 556 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 81.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1920.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,191
Total Approved
$634.3M
Jobs Supported
18,199
Per 10K Residents
58.3
SBA loans
-27.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
147
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
386 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,109
Total Amount
$586.8M
Avg Loan
$278,220
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$435.8M(74%)
Jobs Supported
16,534
Loans
82
Total Amount
$47.5M
Avg Loan
$579,171
Median Loan
$420,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
296
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$169.4M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$572,246
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Pontchartrain Properties Llc | 6 | $22.5M |
| Sea-land Distributors L.l.c. | 3 | $9.0M |
| Tulane Family Dentistry Llc | 3 | $5.1M |
| Acces Dredging Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cis Nola Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Nola East Hotel Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 504 Golf Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Stor-all Pontchartrain Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Shree Ramchandra Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Enterprise Ventures Inc. | 1 | $4.6M |
New Orleans, LA has received 2,191 SBA loans totaling $634.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,109 loans (96% of the total), supporting 16,534 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 82 loans totaling $47.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in New Orleans is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 386 loans. That works out to 58.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
33
Total Population
704,142
Avg Median Income
-$40,348,990
Avg Home Value
-$60,326,845
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70001 | 39,193 | $70,187 | $313,300 | $1,145 | 6.5 |
| 70002 | 19,240 | $65,576 | $379,400 | $1,128 | 3.2 |
| 70003 | 39,714 | $76,151 | $255,300 | $1,191 | 7.0 |
| 70005 | 23,257 | $86,048 | $381,000 | $1,160 | 4.1 |
| 70006 | 16,013 | $74,049 | $333,000 | $1,206 | 2.6 |
| 70032 | 4,436 | $52,500 | $212,400 | $998 | 2.0 |
| 70043 | 22,461 | $57,065 | $203,800 | $1,091 | 9.1 |
| 70053 | 16,409 | $43,786 | $225,700 | $1,017 | 3.4 |
| 70056 | 42,471 | $61,831 | $223,000 | $1,163 | 6.8 |
| 70058 | 39,690 | $58,533 | $195,100 | $1,217 | 12.8 |
| 70075 | 5,349 | $69,537 | $225,800 | N/A | 3.4 |
| 70094 | 32,031 | $52,657 | $154,600 | $1,172 | 36.1 |
| 70112 | 3,646 | $23,052 | $398,400 | $1,063 | 1.0 |
| 70113 | 9,888 | $36,897 | $258,500 | $960 | 0.9 |
| 70114 | 22,132 | $41,435 | $194,100 | $1,113 | 5.0 |
| 70115 | 31,737 | $94,181 | $616,600 | $1,442 | 3.9 |
| 70116 | 10,377 | $45,580 | $385,100 | $1,190 | 1.3 |
| 70117 | 26,250 | $41,645 | $247,600 | $1,191 | 5.5 |
| 70118 | 36,061 | $62,665 | $451,600 | $1,257 | 4.6 |
| 70119 | 36,167 | $50,854 | $359,300 | $1,298 | 4.5 |
| 70121 | 10,853 | $59,029 | $237,200 | $1,113 | 3.3 |
| 70122 | 35,318 | $47,613 | $274,700 | $1,196 | 6.3 |
| 70123 | 27,209 | $82,639 | $318,000 | $1,310 | 7.6 |
| 70124 | 20,840 | $121,318 | $577,800 | $1,752 | 6.7 |
| 70125 | 18,422 | $58,956 | $428,600 | $1,292 | 2.3 |
| 70126 | 28,690 | $38,229 | $187,300 | $1,118 | 12.1 |
| 70127 | 24,769 | $41,548 | $191,200 | $1,060 | 5.5 |
| 70128 | 22,973 | $53,538 | $220,200 | $1,210 | 4.8 |
| 70130 | 12,883 | $82,758 | $529,300 | $1,410 | 2.1 |
| 70131 | 25,460 | $64,294 | $236,200 | $1,057 | 11.7 |
| 70139 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 70148 | 203 | $2,499 | N/A | $925 | 0.4 |
| 70163 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
New Orleans, LA has 33 ZIP codes with a combined population of 704,142. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$40,348,990. The average median home value is -$60,326,845. The average median monthly rent is -$60,604,986.
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