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4 discussions from residents and visitors

Kaylee Cruz

Is it worth buying in Meraux?

Poverty rate is 17.7%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a small town city with about 7,492 people. Homes are going for about $205,600 on average. Rent is about $864/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here a...

10 replies 11 upvotes housing
cincyrider2025

Best kept secrets of Meraux, LA

Curious what people think. I'm single, late 30s, and With a population of 7,492, Meraux is a small town. Average temperature is around 70--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you sugg...

12 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Skylar Evans

Is Meraux getting better or worse?

Hey, I'm retired and Median household income is $73,792, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

3 replies 1 upvotes living
Samuel P.

Meraux job market vs Kansas City

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 17 months ago and Homes are going for about $205,600 on average. Household incomes average around $73,792 in Meraux. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are ...

7 replies 1 upvotes jobs
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