Gretna, LA

Louisiana · St. Charles Parish · New Orleans-Metairie Metro

Gretna is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 17,468. Residents earn $46,045 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

17,468 Population 4,324/sq mi density

$46,045 Median Income $29,250 per capita

$242,600 Home Value $237,862 Zillow

$1,017 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

70°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr

671 Violent Crime/100K 4,044 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$46,045 median income, 4.0% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.7 / 5.0

$242,600 home value, $1,017/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

671 violent crimes/100K (77% above avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

26.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $46,045

39% lower than US avg

Home Value $242,600

14% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 671/100K

77% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.0%

23% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,017

13% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.6%

39% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.5%

65% higher than US avg

How Gretna Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,468

Median Age37.3 yrs

Density4,324/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 42%

Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+

Median Income$46,045

Per Capita$29,250

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty20.5%

County GDP$12,725M

Commute24 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$242,600

Rent$1,017

Ownership48.6%

Zillow$237,862

Housing Units8,521

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent671/100K

Property4,044/100K

Murder11.3/100K

Assault592/100K

Burglary474/100K

Health

Obesity44.6%

Uninsured13.3%

Smoking18.9%

Depression25.5%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain65.9 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation-1 ft (0 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.0%

High School+75.5%

Graduate+10.0%

School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute24 min

Broadband80.0%

EV Stations5

Libraries7

Is Gretna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gretna receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Gretna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gretna is $46,045, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gretna is $242,600, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,017 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 671 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,044 per 100,000, 106% above the national average.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gretna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gretna has a population of 17,468 with a density of 4,324 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (41.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 32.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.6% of residents, while 23.4% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 17.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,468

Total Population

4,324

People / sq mi

37.3yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

4.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%

Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gretna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 76.6%

2% below US avg

Spanish 23.4%

75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gretna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gretna is $46,045, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,250 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,867, 30% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gretna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,045
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,250
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,867
IRS Avg AGI	$77,467
Gini Index	0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	20.5%
	65% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,446
County GDP	$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants	77
Healthcare	80
Retail	109
Manufacturing	39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,647
	4% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	74.4%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gretna is $242,600, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,862. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,017 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 48.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,521 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $3,647. 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$242,600
	14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$237,862
Median List Price	$337,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$337,500
$/Sq Ft	$149
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.1%
Price Drops	30.6%
Inventory	72

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,017
	13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,453
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$763
1 Bedroom	$832
2 Bedrooms	$1,007
3 Bedrooms	$1,298
4 Bedrooms	$1,508

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	48.6%
Owner-Occupied	48.6%
Renter-Occupied	51.4%
Housing Units	8,521
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,647
	4% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.50%

In Gretna, 44.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 41.4% have high blood pressure. 18.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 34.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905. The dentist ratio is 1:2,125. 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Gretna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.6%
	39% above US avg
Diabetes	15.9%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	41.4%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	5.9%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.9%
	35% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	34.0%
Depression	25.5%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%
Uninsured	13.3%
	55% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,905
Dentists	1:2,125
Mental Health	1:666
Checkup Rate	80.9%
Dental Visits	52.2%
Premature Death	9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	76.9%
Healthcare Facilities	80

Gretna has a violent crime rate of 671 per 100,000 residents, 77% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 592.3 per 100,000, robbery at 39.5, rape at 28.2. The murder rate is 11.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,044 per 100,000, 106% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,271, burglary at 474, vehicle theft at 299 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Gretna receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Gretna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	671.2/100K
	77% above US avg
Murder	11.3/100K
	79% above US avg
Rape	28.2/100K
Robbery	39.5/100K
Assault	592.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,044.2/100K
	106% above US avg
Burglary	473.8/100K
Theft	3,271.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	299.0/100K
Arson	5.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	279
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Gretna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 65.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of -1 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	70.2°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	54°F (12°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	-1 ft (0 m)
Area	4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density	4,324/sq mi
Coordinates	29.9109°N, 90.0517°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	St. Charles Parish County
Nearest Airport	Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.9"

74% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.65"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	85.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	41.7 / 100
Community Resilience	100.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 2, 2010.

Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	127 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	89 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	53 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	35 km
2020	Delta	Category 2	275 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	194 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	191 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	82 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	71 km
2009	Ida	Category 1	205 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	101 km
2005	Katrina	Category 4	54 km
2005	Dennis	Category 3	282 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	79 km
2004	Ivan	Category 4	206 km
2002	Lili	Category 4	213 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	123 km
1998	Earl	Category 2	216 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	76 km
1995	Opal	Category 4	249 km
1995	Erin	Category 1	257 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

508 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 745 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983	EF4	48 km	0
Oct 3, 1964	EF4	46 km	22
Mar 22, 2022	EF3	3 km	1
Feb 7, 2017	EF3	12 km	0
Feb 23, 2016	EF3	99 km	0
Dec 25, 2012	EF3	90 km	0
May 26, 2011	EF3	78 km	0
Aug 25, 1992	EF3	42 km	2
May 19, 1980	EF3	68 km	0
May 19, 1980	EF3	99 km	0
Apr 12, 1969	EF3	88 km	0
Jan 28, 1966	EF3	26 km	0
Mar 21, 1957	EF3	70 km	0
Feb 6, 1953	EF3	89 km	2
Apr 10, 2024	EF2	44 km	0
Dec 14, 2022	EF2	44 km	1
Dec 14, 2022	EF2	8 km	0
Jun 6, 2019	EF2	77 km	0
Nov 1, 2018	EF2	95 km	0
Feb 7, 2017	EF2	68 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KILN (BAYOU BACON) (3,576 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	KILN (BAYOU BACON)	3,576	78 km
2000	UNIT 1 B	2,030	26 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,984	100 km
1998	UNIT 4 CD	1,729	45 km
2015	BAYOU LACROIX	1,714	73 km
2009	SLIDELL AIRPORT	1,663	55 km
1998	UNIT 7	1,623	41 km
2008	UNNAMED	1,594	65 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,482	90 km
2011	BAD ROMANCE	1,305	22 km
2011	TONEY ISLAND	1,215	72 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,206	74 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,111	91 km
2004	UNITS 1A-1B	1,108	27 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,102	75 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,049	92 km
2001	UNNAMED	950	50 km
2010	UNNAMED	904	31 km
2006	UNNAMED	866	72 km
2009	GOOSEPOINT C	864	43 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	54°F (12°C)	5.4 in	Coldest
February	56°F (13°C)	5.5 in
March	62°F (17°C)	5.3 in
April	68°F (20°C)	4.6 in
May	76°F (24°C)	5.0 in
June	81°F (27°C)	5.6 in
July	84°F (29°C)	6.7 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	83°F (28°C)	6.3 in
September	79°F (26°C)	5.6 in
October	71°F (21°C)	3.2 in	Driest
November	62°F (17°C)	4.7 in
December	56°F (13°C)	5.1 in

Gretna has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.2").

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Gretna is located in St. Charles Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 26.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.4% of the vote, a 32.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%

D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	279
Avg Accident Severity	2.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.0%
	23% below US avg
High School+	75.5%
Graduate Degree+	10.0%
School Test Score	5.71

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	4,324/sq mi
Total Area	4.5 sq mi
County	St. Charles Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	80.0%
Avg Download Speed	99.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	17.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	80
Restaurants	77
Retail Stores	109

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	74.4%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	7.9%

Average costs for common services in Gretna. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$221 ($132–$353)
Specialist Visit	$309 ($176–$485)
Urgent Care Visit	$176 ($88–$309)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,940 ($706–$4,410)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling	$221 ($132–$353)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement	$265 ($132–$441)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$529 ($353–$882)
Battery Replacement	$176 ($88–$309)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair	$353 ($132–$706)
HVAC System Install	$6,174 ($3,528–$10,584)
Roof Repair	$882 ($353–$1,764)
Roof Replacement	$7,938 ($4,851–$13,230)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,323 ($441–$3,087)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,230 ($4,410–$26,460)
DUI Defense	$4,410 ($1,764–$8,820)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,323 ($706–$2,646)
Will Preparation	$441 ($176–$882)
Trust Preparation	$2,205 ($882–$4,410)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$132 ($66–$221)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.62 ($2.65–$4.85)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.09 ($2.21–$4.41)
Loaf of Bread	$3.35 ($2.21–$4.85)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.97 ($2.65–$5.73)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.85 ($3.53–$6.62)
Rice (per lb)	$0.88 ($0.53–$1.59)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$123 ($71–$221)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$132)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$176 ($66–$441)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,764 ($1,058–$3,087)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($26–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.06–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$88 ($26–$221)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$66)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,058 ($529–$2,205)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$882 ($441–$1,764)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$353 ($176–$617)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$882 ($353–$2,205)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,025 ($4,410–$26,460)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$265 ($132–$441)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$176 ($88–$353)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$628
Preschool	$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$616
Toddler	$585
Preschool	$598

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Charles Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Construction	5,465	159	$133,214	3.97
Manufacturing	4,661	68	$145,295	2.16
Transportation & Warehousing	2,547	103	$90,059	2.29
Wholesale Trade	1,893	120	$93,719	1.83
Retail Trade	1,449	149	$32,286	0.55
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,215	113	$50,436	0.32
Accommodation & Food Services	1,108	116	$18,880	0.46
Administrative & Waste Services	1,008	110	$65,399	0.65
Professional & Technical Services	803	145	$94,159	0.44
Utilities	777	14	$150,938	7.80
Other Services	439	70	$72,065	0.56
Real Estate	357	59	$84,992	0.88
Management of Companies	354	16	$46,465	0.80
Finance & Insurance	315	76	$66,893	0.30
Arts & Entertainment	213	26	$18,991	0.48
Educational Services	62	12	$37,138	0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas	51	9	$93,347	0.51
Information & Technology	39	16	$57,264	0.08
Agriculture & Forestry	8	3	$47,063	0.04

Colleges & Universities in Gretna

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
My Le's Beauty College	Private For-Profit · Certificate	176	—	—	—

Schools in Gretna

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Young Audiences Charter School (Charter)	Other	1,073	64	16.8:1
Paul J. Solis Elementary School	Elementary	746	31	24.1:1
Jefferson RISE Charter School (Charter)	High	716	58	12.3:1
Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School	Elementary	694	38	18.3:1
Gretna Middle School	Middle	574	23	25.0:1
Young Audiences Charter High School (Charter)	High	544	28	19.4:1
Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies	High	541	20	27.1:1
George Cox Elementary School	Elementary	417	21	19.9:1
McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School	Elementary	375	20	18.8:1
William Hart Elementary School	Elementary	374	21	17.8:1
Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies	Elementary	357	15	23.8:1
Ruppel Academie Francaise	Elementary	230	14	16.4:1

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Radio Stations near Gretna

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
News Talk 99.5 WRNO	news, talk	AAC
Z965 WAZY Radio	—	MP3 96 kbps
Radio is a Foreign Country	ethnic, field recording	MP3 192 kbps
WTUL New Orleans	—	MP3 160 kbps
WNOZ 95.3	smooth jazz	AAC+ 32 kbps
106.7 The Krewe	classic hits	AAC+ 48 kbps
101.1 WNOE	country	AAC
98.5 WYLD	urban adult contemporary	AAC
WBOK 1230AM	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
Hallelujah 940	gospel	AAC
Sports 1280	sports	AAC

National Parks Near Gretna

10 national parks and monuments found near Gretna.

Park	Type	Fee
Bayou Segnette State Park	State Park	Free
Bogue Chitto State Park	State Park	Free
Buccaneer State Park	State Park	Free
Fairview Riverside State Park	State Park	Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I	State Park	Free
Grand Isle State Park	State Park	Free
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve	National Historical Park and Preserve	Free
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Saint Bernrd State Park District 1	State Park	Free
Tickfaw State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Gretna

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	17,785	$34,783
2015	17,820	$36,880
2017	17,841	$41,260
2019	17,711	$47,244
2021	17,590	$44,688
2023	17,175	$46,045

Museums in Gretna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CARROLL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5043142228	$949,948,000
GALLIER HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045255661	$949,948,000
NEWCOMB ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5048655328	$949,948,000
SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5048655699	$949,948,000
COLLINS C. DIBOLL ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5048647248	$191,917,406
ART VILLAGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$105,281,702
NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045281944	$49,985,737
AUDUBON INSECTARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		4232262578	$30,405,440
AUDUBON PARK AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDEN	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5045814629	$30,405,440
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		5046584100	$11,613,004
LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		5045231357	$3,332,789
WOMANS EXCHANGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045255661	$2,656,180
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	616 GIROD ST STE 200	5048991945	$2,023,756
NEW ORLEANS CULINARY AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,882,793
LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5044867740	$849,861
NEW ORLEANS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART CULTURE AND HISTORY (NOAAM)	ART MUSEUM		5045661136	$739,593
NATIONAL D DAY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA CASTLE HALEY BOULDVARD	5045690405	$464,065
SOUTHERN FOOD AND BEVERAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD	5045817032	$464,065
CABILDO	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045233939	$323,868
AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5048623222	$322,943
NEW ORLEANS MUSICAL LEGENDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5047377636	$170,715
NEW ORLEANS PHARMACY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045249077	$169,390
LOUISIANA LANDMARKS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5044820312	$168,891
MEMORIAL HALL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045234522	$162,074
LOS ISLENOS HERITAGE & CULTURAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1357 BAYOU RD	5042774681	$156,669
MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY OF NEW ORLEANS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$152,163
AMERICAN-ITALIAN RENAISSANCE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045227294	$124,731
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN COCKTAIL	HISTORY MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD	5045690405	$123,010
LATTER LIBRARY GARDEN CONSERVANCY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$100,874
JACKSON BARRACKS MILITARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5042788242	$100,785
CRESCENT CITY CARNIVAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5048970744	$91,000
NEW ORLEANS SCOTTISH RITE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045223789	$76,425
SAINTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		5044509893	$74,190
MCKENNA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN ART	ART MUSEUM		5045867432	$55,468
GRETNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	209 LAFAYETTE ST	5043623854	$49,827
LOUISIANA CREOLE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$21,219
NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5045811367	$20,387
CANARY ISLANDS DESCENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF ST BERNARD & SURROUNDING	GENERAL MUSEUM			$2,801
BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		5045224806	$2,644
RIVERTOWN	GENERAL MUSEUM		5044432240	$2,003
1850 HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045686968
ALGIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	235 LAVERGNE ST
AUDUBON AQUARIUM OF THE AMERICAS	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1 CANAL STREET	5045653033
BARRIER ISLAND RESTORATION AND DEVELOPMENT SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	151 PRIMROSE DRIVE	5043921674
BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1113 CHARTRES STREET	5045237257
BLESSED FRANCIS SEELOS SHRINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045252495
CATHOLIC CUTLURAL HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	1100 CHARTRES ST	5045293040
CLASSICAL INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FAIRGROUNDS RACING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
GERMAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5043634202
HISTORIC BOURBON STREET FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045234662
HOUSE OF BROEL FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5044942220
ISAAC DELGADO FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5046716377
JEAN LAFITTE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK AND PRESERVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045893882
JEFFERSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LOUISIANA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KATRINA NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5044952850
KENNER LOUISIANA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1801 WILLIAMS BLVD	5044687293
LGBT ARCHIVES PROJECT OF LOUISIANA	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUIS J. ROUSSEL JR. KENNER PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	2020 4TH STREET
LOUISIANA ARTISTS GUILD	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045231465
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045234522
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5615 PERRIER ST	5048663049
LOUISIANA MARINE FISHERIES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5046893497
LOUISIANA MARITIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9858459200
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY	ART MUSEUM	1418 GOVERNOR NICHOLLS STREET	5045661136
LOUISIANA RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STATE FIRE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA STEAM TRAIN ASSOCIATION	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
LOUISIANA'S MEDAL OF HONOR PARK AND MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
LOWER NINTH WARD LIVING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MARIE LAVEAU HOUSE OF VOODOO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045813751
MARSHALL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM
MEGA DOME CINEMA	GENERAL MUSEUM	2020 4TH STREET RIVERTOWN	5044687231
MIDDLE AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM	6823 ST CHARLES AVENUE	5048655110
MILITARY MUSEUM-NEW ORLEANS	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEE CONTI WAX MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045252605
MUSEE ROSETTE ROCHON-DON	GENERAL MUSEUM		5049477673
NATIONAL SLAVE SHIP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW ORLEANS BOTANICAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1 PALM DRIVE	5044839386
NEW ORLEANS HISTORIC VOODOO MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5046800128
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5045894806
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ RESTORATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW ORLEANS RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	603 W JACKSON
OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART	ART MUSEUM		5045399650
OLD US MINT	GENERAL MUSEUM		5045686968
PRESERVING HISTORIC ALGIERS COMMUNITY CORP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST GEORGE IN THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOFAB INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM	1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND RECOVERY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST BERNARD HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 1602	9852468354
SUPREME COURT OF LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY TRAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5044687231
USS CABOT DEDALO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WESTWEGO HISTORIC MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043413161
WESTWEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5043412544

Libraries in Gretna

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JEFFERSON PARISH LIBRARY	4747 W. NAPOLEON AVE.	1,208,536
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC	219 LOYOLA AVENUE	1,142,265
PLAQUEMINES PARISH	8442 HWY. 23	76,295
ST. BERNARD PARISH LIBRARY	2600 PALMISANO BLVD.	53,872

Farmers Markets in Gretna

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Crescent City Farmers Market	200 Broadway Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Crescent City Farmers Market	200 Broadway Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Crescent City Farmers Market	1235 N. Peters	10/17/2018 to 07/10/2019	Wed: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
French Market	1200 North Peters Street	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Gretna Farmers Market	739 Third Street	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Grow Dat Youth Farm Farmstand	150 Zachary Taylor Dr.	01/07/2017 to 06/24/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Marketplace at Armstrong Park	Rampart St. and Basin St.				Visit
Michoud Farmers Market	13800 Old Gentilly Rd	04/20/2016 to	Wed: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Rivertown Farmers Market	303 Williams Blvd	10/06/2018 to 07/27/2019	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Sankofa Fresh Stop	5029 St Claude Ave		Thu: 4:00 AM-7:00 AM;Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers' Market	409 Aycock Street	March to November	Sat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Swap Meet NOLA	3525 Bienville St.	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market	484 Sala Avenue	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Gretna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Big's Trudeau Tavern	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, Metai	717 Trudeau Dr	5044692221
Crescent City Brewhouse	Cajun / Creole Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Traditional American Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bre	527 Decatur St	5045220571, 504-522-0571	Visit
Electric Coctail Lounge	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, Metairie, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs	452 Aurora Ave	5048287619
Harem The	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, entertainers, night clubs & live music, bar & grill restaur	125 Chartres St
Jackson Brewery	Shopping Mall, Brewery	600 Decatur St		Visit
Jax Brewery & Bistro Bar	Bar, Nightclub, and Brewery	620 Decatur St	5042670244	Visit
Lehrmann's Bar and Billiards	Beer Taverns & Pubs, Billiard Parlors, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Chalmette, L	135 W Saint Bernard Hwy	5042799278
New Orleans Lager & Ale Brewery	Breweries	3001 Tchoupitoulas St	5048969996
Pepsi Beverages Co	Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Grocers' Wholesale, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repai	5733 Citrus Blvd	5047338746	Visit
Seal's Class Act	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, New Orleans, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs,	2169 Aubry St	5049487325	Visit
Second Line Brewing	Brewery Mid-City	433 N Bernadotte St	5042488979
Sky Brew Coffee & Tea	New Orleans, LA, Shopping & Stores, Miscellaneous Food Stores, New Orleans Tea, Brewers, Coffeehouse	4332 Magazine St	5048918682
Westgate Tavern	Cocktail Lounges, Bar and Dive Bar, Lounge, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, Cocktail Lounge Restauran	2725 Mississippi Ave	5044630299
Zea Rotisserie & Grill	American Restaurant, Kenner Restaurants, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Brewery, Southern / Amer	1325 W Esplanade Ave	5044687733	Visit

Stadiums & Teams in Gretna

Team	League	Division
New Orleans Pelicans	NBA	West
New Orleans Saints	NFL	NFC South

Nursing Homes in Gretna

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BAYSIDE HEALTHCARE CENTER 3201 WALL BLVD	For profit - Corporation	151	90	3/5	—	2/5	2/5	5043931515
BELLE VIE LIVING CENTER 535 COMMERCE STREET	For profit - Partnership	89	71	3/5	—	3/5	4/5	5043939595

Pharmacies in Gretna

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CARR DRUGS - GRETNA	17 WESTSIDE SHOPPING CENTER	504-366-1200
KMART	2701 BELLE CHASSE HIGHWAY	504-392-8845
PRESCRIPTION PAD PHARMACY	120 MEADOWCREST STREET	504-393-7733
WALGREENS - 6506	89 WESTBANK EXPRESSWAY	504-376-2349
WALGREENS - 7261	457 LAPALCO BOULEVARD	504-393-4941
WINN-DIXIE - 1405	2112 BELLE CHASSE HIGHWAY	504-433-3684

Cell Towers in Gretna

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Lafitte Site 4642 Privateer Blvd (30292)	TOWER	126
1055 JEAN LAFITTE BLVD	LTOWER	82
(Crown Point) 1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd.	TOWER	82
1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd. (59191)	LTOWER	82
518 OCTAVIA STREET LOT 97 HWY 45 (59177)	GTOWER	57
6855 HIGHWAY 39	LTOWER	56
5245 RIVER ROAD (59108)	LTOWER	56
11635 Highway 90	MTOWER	49
110 HORSESHOE ROAD	MTOWER	47
(Duck Sellers) 10319 RIVER ROAD	TOWER	44
8391 LA HIGHWAY 23	MTOWER	38
285 W. ESPLANADE AVENUE (59117)	BTWR	33

Fire Stations in Gretna

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
David Crockett Steam Fire Company #1	1136 Lafayette ST	Mostly volunteer			504-363-1494

Bridges in Gretna

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	314	172,504	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	4,481	154,311	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	6,201	154,311	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel continuous	1985	3,019	154,311	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1988	2,615	154,311	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1986	1,876	154,311	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	1,334	154,311	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Steel	1987	29,031	67,143	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	4,897	67,143	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	1,950	67,143	G
Truss (Deck)	Steel	1994	3,998	67,143	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel continuous	1957	3,019	67,143	F
Truss (Deck)	Steel	1957	5,038	67,143	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	1,822	67,143	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	1,309	67,143	F
Culvert	Concrete	1960	68	49,920	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	20	49,920	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1956	3,455	49,920	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1960	3,455	49,920	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	533	47,738	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	18,246	47,100	F
Slab	Concrete	1989	360	46,928	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	2,163	44,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	140	25,594	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	427	17,605	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1987	645	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1987	718	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1987	752	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1987	610	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	504	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	584	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	554	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	552	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	550	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1985	516	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	684	15,955	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete continuous	1985	639	15,955	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	1,096	15,955	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1995	2,609	15,642	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1996	5,596	14,010	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	1,206	14,010	G
Culvert	Concrete	1982	24	12,402	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	479	12,240	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	1,301	10,771	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1995	4,239	8,940	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	853	8,928	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	748	8,612	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	570	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	1,110	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	1,390	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	478	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	357	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	1,074	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1994	945	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	533	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	472	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	633	7,620	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1994	1,160	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	426	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	510	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	565	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	434	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	613	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	801	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	587	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	917	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	1,570	7,620	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1995	2,044	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	2,387	7,620	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1993	1,717	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	541	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	3,164	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	322	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	280	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	252	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	588	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	521	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	350	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	366	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	405	7,620	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1960	1,252	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	705	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	559	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	585	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	875	7,620	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1968	2,093	7,620	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	389	7,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	408	7,322	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	52	7,178	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	593	5,927	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	773	5,154	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1994	3,667	3,803	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1960	616	3,803	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1991	1,039	3,803	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1989	2,409	3,803	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	37	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	2004	20	2,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	4,436	1,600	F
Culvert	Concrete	2010	24	976	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	20	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	20	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	25	500	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	57	400	G
Slab	Concrete	1988	57	400	G
Slab	Concrete	1990	57	400	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	20	250	G
Culvert	Concrete	1993	41		G

Correctional Facilities in Gretna

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
JEFFERSON PARISH CORRECTIONAL CENTER	100 DOLHONDE ST	COUNTY	1,200	1,080	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Gretna

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
New Orleans, LA	1001 Loyola Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Gretna

9 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC (NEW ORLEANS LA FACILITY)	14700 INTRACOASTAL DR	ORLEANS
ASHLAND CHEMICAL CO	600 ST GEORGE AVE	JEFFERSON
BELLE CHASSE TERMINAL	15551 HIGHWAY 23	PLAQUEMINES PARISH
MERAUX REFINERY	2500 EAST ST. BERNARD HIGHWAY	ST. BERNARD PARISH
TENNECO OIL COMPANY	1800 PARISH ROAD	ST BERNARD
TENNECO OIL COMPANY	1800 PARISH ROAD	ST BERNARD
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED	1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252	ORLEANS

Airports Near Gretna

46 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport	MSY	Large Airport
Lakefront Airport	NEW	Medium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field	NBG	Medium Airport
Addison-Henley Field	—	Small Airport
Birdwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Blouin Flightpark Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Covington-Vincent Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamondhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher's Field	—	Small Airport
Fitzsimmons Airport	—	Small Airport
Fokker Field	—	Small Airport
George Ford Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Greener Pastures Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hickham Field	—	Small Airport
Houma Terrebonne Airport	HUM	Small Airport
Koenig Airpark	—	Small Airport
Marmande Airport	—	Small Airport
Matidora Airport	—	Small Airport
Mint Julep Airpark	—	Small Airport
Naquin Field	—	Small Airport
Picayune Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Pierce Field	—	Small Airport
Plane Crazy Airport	—	Small Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Price Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Serenity Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Shaw Crop Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Sheridan's Strip	—	Small Airport
Simpson Field	—	Small Airport
Slidell Airport	—	Small Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr Airport	—	Small Airport
Southern Seaplane Airport	BCS	Small Airport
Southland Strip Number 2 Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
St Charles Airport	—	Small Airport
St. Tammany Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Stennis International Airport	—	Small Airport
Stevens Strip	—	Small Airport
The Place Airport	—	Small Airport
Theriot Field	—	Small Airport
Triche Field	—	Small Airport
Triumph Air Strip	—	Small Airport
Turkey Bayou Airpark	—	Small Airport
Warner-Thunder Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Zemurray Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Gretna

32 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Causeway Police Department
Cresent City Connection Police Department
Gretna Police Department
Harahan Police Department - Records
Jean Lafitte Police Department
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office - Police Press Office
Kenner Police Complex	500 Veterans Memorial Boulevard
Louisiana State Police Troop B	2101 30th Street
Maritime Security Operations Center
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans Police Department - Crime Prevention
New Orleans Police Department - Gaming Division
New Orleans Police Department 4th District Station	2405 Sanctuary Drive
New Orleans Police Department Eighth District	334 Royal Street
New Orleans Police Department Fifth District
New Orleans Police Department First District
New Orleans Police Department Headquarters
New Orleans Police Department Second District
New Orleans Police Department Seventh District
New Orleans Police Department Sixth District
Orleans Levee District Police	6799 Elysian Fields Avenue
Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office
Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office
Sherriff's Office	6501 Saint Claude Avenue
Westwego Police Station	401 4th Street

Grocery Stores in Gretna

101 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
2150 Claiborne Shell	Convenience Store	2150 S Claiborne Ave
A & M Food Store	Convenience Store	1741 McShane Pl
Afro Mart	Other	3114 Paris Ave
ALDI 82145	Supermarket	2112 Belle Chasse Hwy
ALGIERS CENTRAL MARKET	Grocery Store	840 Teche St
AZ Express	Convenience Store	1667 Tchoupitoulas St
Back On The Avenue	Grocery Store	3401 Baronne St
BANKS MEAT MARKET	Grocery Store	325 S Broad St
Bayou Fresh	Supermarket	2841 S Claiborne Ave
Birdies On Broad	Convenience Store	1233 N Broad St
Breaux Mart Supermarket	Supermarket	3233 Magazine St
Brooks Grocery	Convenience Store	2434 Allen St
BROTHERS DISCOUNT MARKET	Grocery Store	2701 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Brothers Food Mart 109 109	Convenience Store	148 Carondelet St
Brown Derby Fuel Mart	Convenience Store	617 N Broad St
CHIPPEWA FOOD STORE	Grocery Store	1684 Chippewa St
Circle Food Market	Supermarket	1522 Saint Bernard Ave
Circle K 2707672	Convenience Store	704 Howard Ave
Ck'S Hot Shoppe	Convenience Store	1433 Baronne St
CVS 10058	Other	1116 Louisiana
CVS 10483	Other	1600 Elysian Fields Ave
CVS Pharmacy 10559	Other	939 Girod Street
CVS Pharmacy 763	Other	800 Canal St
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 2728	Other	620 DECATUR ST
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 8921	Other	2831 Belle Chasse Hwy
Day And Night	Convenience Store	101 Westbank Expy
Delta Fuel Plus	Convenience Store	3300 S Claiborne Ave
Discount City	Grocery Store	2013 S Claiborne Ave
Discount Depot#4	Convenience Store	520 Westbank Expy
Discount Zone	Convenience Store	1533 Esplanade Ave
Dollar General 11260	Other	2841 S Claiborne Ave
Dollar General 12352	Other	903 Gretna Blvd
Dollar General 12690	Other	230 N Broad St
Dollar Tree 390	Other	197 Westbank Expy
Ez Stop Market	Convenience Store	2349 S Claiborne Ave
Fair Zone Food Store 2	Convenience Store	1825 Gentilly Blvd
Family Dollar 10569	Other	701 Whitney Ave
Family Dollar 6689	Other	2130 N Claiborne Ave
Family Dollar 958	Other	1900 Lafayette St
Fast Fuel Mart	Convenience Store	831 Whitney Ave
FRIENDLY SUPERMARKET	Convenience Store	2704 Lasalle St
Gentilly Market	Convenience Store	1629 Gentilly Blvd
Gentilly Shell	Convenience Store	2035 Gentilly Blvd
Gloria's Grocery	Convenience Store	1800 Conti St
GOURMET BUTCHER BLOCK INC.	Specialty Store	2144 Belle Chasse Hwy
Ideal Discount Market 2	Super Store	250 S Broad St
Ideal Market	Supermarket	1900 Lafayette St
JK Discount Store Inc	Convenience Store	514 Gretna Blvd
Jokerswyld Seafood	Farmers and Markets	2709 Allen St
KEY FOOD STORE	Grocery Store	2600 Louisiana Ave
Key Fuel	Convenience Store	2A Westside Shopping Ctr
Keys Fuel Mart	Convenience Store	1139 N Rampart St
KIEN GIANG SUPERMARKET	Grocery Store	1900 Lafayette St
King Supermarket	Grocery Store	1143 Saint Bernard Ave
Latino Express Grocery	Grocery Store	60D Westbank Expy
Louisiana Super Saver	Grocery Store	1641 Louisiana Ave
M&j Discount	Convenience Store	1055 Whitney Ave
Magazine Discount Zone	Convenience Store	2727 Magazine St
Magnolia Discount	Convenience Store	1601 Elysian Fields Ave
MAGNOLIA MEAT MARKET	Convenience Store	900 N Broad St
Magnolia Supermarket	Grocery Store	2201 Magnolia St
Mini Market Las Americas	Grocery Store	2116 Belle Chasse Hwy
Morenita Plus Produce And Meat 2	Other	2669 Canal St
New Orleans Food Co-op	Grocery Store	2372 Saint Claude Ave
NEWTON DISCOUNT MARKET	Grocery Store	1424 Newton St
Nicks Supermarket	Convenience Store	746 Washington Ave
ORLEANS CENTER MARKET	Grocery Store	2707 Orleans Ave
Ormond Birdies	Convenience Store	929 Lafayette St
Paris Avenue Superette	Convenience Store	2025 Gentilly Blvd
Petit Jardin NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	2434 1st St
Project Food Store #2	Grocery Store	2238 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Quarter Grocery & Deli	Convenience Store	836 Burgundy St
Quick Trip Discount	Convenience Store	1635 Tulane Ave
Racetrac 139	Convenience Store	1625 Lafayette St
RICHARDS FOOD STORE	Grocery Store	2001 N Rocheblave St
River Fine Foods	Grocery Store	1403 Patterson Dr
Robert Fresh Market 134	Super Store	2222 Saint Claude Ave
Rocheblave Food Store	Convenience Store	601 N Rocheblave St
Rouses Market 30	Super Store	701 Royal St
Rouses Market 46	Super Store	701 Baronne St
Rouses Market 49	Super Store	91 Westbank Expy
Sal's Super Meat Market	Grocery Store	1112 Stumpf Blvd
Seafood & Chicken Market	Supermarket	2066 Jackson Ave
St Charles 155 155	Convenience Store	2139 Saint Charles Ave
St Charles C Store 1216	Convenience Store	3434 Saint Charles Ave
Sunshine Food Market	Convenience Store	2020 N Claiborne Ave
Super Discount Gas	Convenience Store	2727 S Claiborne Ave
The Fresh Market 144	Supermarket	3338 Saint Charles Ave
Trader Joe's New Orleans (Mid City) 811	Supermarket	2501 Tulane Ave
Triangle Deli	Convenience Store	1904 N Broad St
WALGREENS 2262	Other	1100 Elysian Fields Ave
WALGREENS 2640	Other	3227 Magazine St
WALGREENS 4305	Other	900 Canal St
WALGREENS 5040	Other	1801 Saint Charles Ave
Walgreens 03139	Other	1826 N Broad St
Walgreens 09063	Other	134 Royal St
Walgreens 15615	Other	801 Canal St
WALGREENS 6506	Other	89 Westbank Expy
Walmart Neighborhood Market 5102	Super Store	99 Westbank Expy
Walmart Supercenter 5022	Super Store	1901 Tchoupitoulas St
Whole Foods Market 10522	Super Store	300 N Broad St

Post Offices in Gretna

4 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Gretna Post Office
New Orleans Post Office
United States Post Office
Uptown Station Post Office	2000 Louisiana Avenue

Treatment Centers in Gretna

23 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Avenues Recovery Center at New Orleans	Substance Abuse	504-603-3060
Bridge House Inc	Substance Abuse	504-522-4475 x1000
CrescentCare	Substance Abuse	504-821-2601 x504
Eleanor Health Metairie	Both	504-225-8768
Gateway Foundation - Outpatient Treatment Substance Abuse	Substance Abuse	504-368-9935
Grace House on Stratford	Substance Abuse	504-522-4476
Greenpath International Inc	Substance Abuse	504-827-2928 x102
Imagine Recovery	Substance Abuse	504-605-4095
Integrity Behavioral Management	Substance Abuse	504-241-8188
Longbranch Recovery and Wellness	Substance Abuse	504-677-8464
Metropolitan Human Services District - Central City Behav Hlth Ctr	Both	504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Chartres Pontchartrain BH Center	Both	504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Saint Bernard Behavioral Health Ctr	Both	504-568-3130
NAMI New Orleans - National Alliance on Mental Illness	Mental Health	504-896-2345
NAMI New Orleans - Westbank	Mental Health	504-368-1944
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc	Substance Abuse	504-821-9211 x7400
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc - Residential 3.5 LOC	Substance Abuse	504-821-9211 x7618
Plaquemines Community CARE Centers	Substance Abuse	504-393-5750
Seaside Behavioral Center	Substance Abuse	504-370-7700 x5523
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - New Orleans VA Outpatient Clinic	Both	504-507-2000 x66010
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health	Substance Abuse	504-507-5744
Urgent Care Gretna - Addiction Services	Substance Abuse	504-291-4148
Urgent Care Metairie - Addiction Services	Substance Abuse	504-291-4148

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gretna

46 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AKILAH TEMPLE NO 283	1100 COOK ST
ANCHOR OF HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH	463 WALL BLVD
BELIEVERS LIFE FAMILY CHURCH	501 LAPALCO BLVD
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	810 EVERGREEN DR
CHRIS NEAU FISHING INC	3300 WALL BLVD APT 22I
CHRISTIAN LIFE BIBLE CHURCH INCORPORATED	PO BOX 1479
CHURCH OF THE LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	880 LEGION DR
DAUGHTERS OF ESTHER FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	1908 HANCOCK ST
EVANGELIZACION LIBERADRORA INTEGRAL - ELI	757 MARLENE DR
FIRST HAITIAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION	1723 HANCOCK ST
FORGIVEN THE EVANGELISTIC MINISTRY OF MELONIE PICHON	PO BOX 1436
FRANKLIN STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST	431 FRANKLIN AVE
HEAVENS HARVEST CHURCH	3317 MIMOSA CT
HOLY GHOST CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	3600 LAKE KRISTIN DR
HOLY GHOST REVIVAL HEALING AND DELIVERANCE TEMPLE	99 5TH ST
HOPE OF GLORY CHURCH	1409 ROMAIN ST
HOSANNA FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF GRETNA	400 WEIDMAN ST
HOUSE OF ZION MINISTRIES	113 LAPALCO BLVD STE 203
HUNTER MINISTRIES	2153 LEGION DR
INTIMATE WORD FELLOWSHIP	833 HONEYSUCKLE ST
JESUS CHRIST APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE	1249 WYNDHAM S
LOVING FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH	1200 COOK ST
METRO OUTREACH MINISTRY	PO BOX 2294
MIGHTHY STRENGHT OF JESUS MINISTRIES & NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CE	1906 S FOREST LAWN DR APT H
MINISTERIO LAGRAN COMISION PENTECOSTES	900 TERRY PKWY STE 180
MOVIMIENTO INTERNACIONAL EL SINAI INC	1230 WEYER ST
NEW COVENANT EVANGELISTIC CHURCH INC	1615 OCONNOR ST
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	419 AMELIA ST
NEW MILLENNIUM COMMUNITY CHURCH	1200 COOK ST
NEW ORLEANS GOSPEL ASSEMBLY	2224 NEWTON ST
NEW ORLEANS WESTBANK CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	PO BOX 3006
PRAISE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	217 COTTONWOOD DR
RAVEN MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CENTER	511 WESTBANK EXPY
REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCH NO 2 INC	901 5TH ST
RESTORATION KINGDOM MINISTRY	1411 FRANKLIN AVE
RESURRECTION LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	PO BOX 3095
SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH	418 4TH ST
SPIRIT OF LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH	1120 WYNDHAM N
ST CLETUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH	3600 CLAIRE AVE
ST JOSEPH CHURCH	610 6TH ST
STRONG FAITH CHURCH	900 TERRY PARKWAY
THE CHURCH OF GOD MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	1763 STUMPF BLVD
TRUE FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	1101 FRANKLIN AVE
VIETNAMESE BAPTIST CHURCH OF NEW OR LEANS	203 17TH ST
VIETNAMESE CHURCH OF LA INC	751 TERRY PKWY
WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF GRETNA INC	3617 LAKE ASPEN DR W

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gretna

What is the population of Gretna?

Gretna has a population of 17,468 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 4,324 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.3 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Gretna expensive to live in?

Gretna is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,045, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,600 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,017 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Gretna safe?

Public safety is a concern in Gretna, with a violent crime rate of 671 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,044 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Gretna receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gretna?

Gretna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Gretna?

Gretna has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,867. There are 1,446 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gretna?

The median home value in Gretna is $242,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,862. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,017. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 48.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,647.

How are the schools in Gretna?

Schools in Gretna score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.0% of adults in Gretna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gretna?

The obesity rate in Gretna is 44.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.9% of adults are smokers. 34.0% are physically inactive. 25.5% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 76.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,905.

What is transportation like in Gretna?

The average commute in Gretna is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gretna?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gretna is 41.7% White, 32.2% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 76.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.4% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 17.6% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Terrytown, LA 25,844 pop · 1.5 mi Harvey, LA 21,710 pop · 1.8 mi Timberlane, LA 11,169 pop · 2.7 mi Marrero, LA 31,866 pop · 4.1 mi Arabi, LA 4,436 pop · 4.4 mi Belle Chasse, LA 11,046 pop · 4.6 mi Woodmere, LA 11,775 pop · 5.2 mi Estelle, LA 16,761 pop · 5.4 mi Westwego, LA 8,382 pop · 5.5 mi Chalmette, LA 22,447 pop · 5.6 mi New Orleans Station, LA 2,414 pop · 6.0 mi Bridge City, LA 7,258 pop · 6.6 mi Jefferson, LA 9,984 pop · 7.1 mi Meraux, LA 7,492 pop · 8.0 mi

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