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Metairie, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · St. Charles Parish County
Metairie, LA
At a Glance
How Metairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Metairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Metairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Metairie residents earn a median household income of $73,256 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,419. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% 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 Metairie is $308,900 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,799. Median rent is $1,159/month, with 29.7% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Metairie reports 161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,535/100K.
Education
39.9% of adults in Metairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Metairie has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 321 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.