Harahan, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Charles Parish County
Harahan, LA
At a Glance
How Harahan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harahan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harahan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harahan residents earn a median household income of $78,222 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,092. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,446 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harahan is $309,400 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $312,474. Median rent is $1,052/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Harahan reports 105 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 745/100K.
Education
41.0% of adults in Harahan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harahan has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches.