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Poydras, LA

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

Poydras is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 2,395. Residents earn $53,506 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,395 Population 613/sq mi density
$53,506 Median Income $26,337 per capita
$121,100 Home Value $167,711 Zillow
$1,169 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 319 sunny days/yr
236 Violent Crime/100K 2,801 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$53,506 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,100 home value, $1,169/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
236 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,506
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,100
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 236/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,169
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.5%
146% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,395
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density613/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,506
Per Capita$26,337
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.5%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,100
Rent$1,169
Ownership79.9%
Zillow$167,711
Housing Units1,118
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent236/100K
Property2,801/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking19.5%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+68.6%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.18

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband84.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Poydras a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poydras is $53,506, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poydras is $121,100, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Poydras is below the national average at 236 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,801 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Poydras enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Poydras has a population of 2,395 with a density of 613 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (72.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 8.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 1.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 28.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,395
Total Population
613
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poydras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poydras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poydras is $53,506, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,337 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,190, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,014 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Poydras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,506
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,190
IRS Avg AGI$51,680
Gini Index0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.5%
146% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,014
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare59
Retail146
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Cost of Living88.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Poydras is $121,100, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,711, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,169 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $832 for a one-bedroom to $1,007 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,118 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,614 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 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 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,711

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,169
1% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.9%
Owner-Occupied79.9%
Renter-Occupied20.1%
Housing Units1,118
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Poydras, 40.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 37.9% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 32.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.3% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,023. The dentist ratio is 1:2,616. 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,023
Dentists1:2,616
Mental Health1:305
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death13,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities59
Poydras has a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,801 per 100,000, 43% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Poydras receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent235.7/100K
38% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,800.5/100K
43% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Poydras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 319 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates29.8596°N, 89.8873°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Bernard Parish County
Nearest AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0438 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.52 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score75.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability42.2 / 100
Community Resilience96.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very 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 Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (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 M3.0 141 km
Oct 18, 1997 69 km SSW of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.9 149 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 2 102 km
2021 Ida Category 4 69 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 38 km
2020 Sally Category 2 177 km
2020 Delta Category 1 291 km
2019 Barry Category 1 204 km
2017 Nate Category 1 66 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 78 km
2009 Ida Category 1 190 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 108 km
2005 Katrina Category 5 47 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 269 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 76 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 189 km
2002 Lili Category 4 226 km
1998 Georges Category 2 111 km
1998 Earl Category 2 204 km
1997 Danny Category 1 62 km
1995 Opal Category 4 232 km
1995 Erin Category 2 244 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

463 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 36 fatalities, 672 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 6, 1983 EF4 65 km 0
Oct 3, 1964 EF4 55 km 22
Mar 22, 2022 EF3 16 km 1
Feb 7, 2017 EF3 20 km 0
Dec 25, 2012 EF3 90 km 0
May 26, 2011 EF3 86 km 0
Aug 25, 1992 EF3 59 km 2
May 19, 1980 EF3 89 km 0
May 19, 1980 EF3 59 km 0
May 16, 1980 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 13, 1980 EF3 95 km 0
Nov 3, 1968 EF3 96 km 0
Oct 30, 1967 EF3 97 km 4
Jan 28, 1966 EF3 42 km 0
Mar 21, 1957 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 10, 2024 EF2 44 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 61 km 1
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 23 km 0
Jun 6, 2019 EF2 94 km 0
Feb 7, 2017 EF2 84 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 73 km
2006 SANDY FOX FIRE 3,167 95 km
2000 UNIT 1 B 2,030 28 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,984 98 km
1998 UNIT 4 CD 1,729 51 km
2015 BAYOU LACROIX 1,714 66 km
2009 SLIDELL AIRPORT 1,663 57 km
1998 UNIT 7 1,623 46 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,594 69 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,482 83 km
2020 TILLMAN ROAD 1,395 93 km
2011 BAD ROMANCE 1,305 23 km
2011 TONEY ISLAND 1,215 66 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,206 85 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,111 87 km
2004 UNITS 1A-1B 1,108 28 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,102 80 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,049 85 km
2001 UNNAMED 950 57 km
2007 BRANCH 906 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in
March 62°F (16°C) 5.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.9 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 62°F (16°C) 4.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in

Poydras has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 53°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.1").

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Poydras is located in St. Bernard Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.8% of the vote, a 29.3-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 59 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+68.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.18
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density613/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi
CountySt. Bernard Parish County

Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Avg Download Speed89.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants85
Retail Stores146

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%
Average costs for common services in Poydras. 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$657
Toddler$628
Preschool$607
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$577
Toddler$577
Preschool$577
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Bernard Parish

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,801 42 $132,401 1.95
Retail Trade 1,693 173 $29,877 1.51
Accommodation & Food Services 1,265 115 $21,134 1.24
Construction 1,114 112 $70,329 1.89
Health Care & Social Assistance 964 115 $54,922 0.60
Transportation & Warehousing 618 46 $72,850 1.30
Administrative & Waste Services 381 54 $45,072 0.58
Other Services 196 56 $35,388 0.58
Finance & Insurance 164 43 $51,358 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 148 22 $23,934 0.78
Real Estate 57 28 $42,788 0.33
Information & Technology 52 13 $68,674 0.25
Educational Services 28 13 $19,021 0.12

Schools in Poydras

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
J.F. Gauthier School Elementary 520 31 16.8:1
St. Bernard Middle School Middle 354 23 15.4:1
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Radio Stations near Poydras

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
News Talk 99.5 WRNO news, talk AAC
KLEB 1600 AM - The Rajun' Cajun blues, cajun MP3 64 kbps
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 Poydras

10 national parks and monuments found near Poydras.

ParkTypeFee
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

Museums in Poydras

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CARROLL GALLERYART MUSEUM5043142228$949,948,000
GALLIER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045255661$949,948,000
NEWCOMB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5048655328$949,948,000
SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVEGENERAL MUSEUM5048655699$949,948,000
COLLINS C. DIBOLL ART GALLERYART MUSEUM5048647248$191,917,406
ART VILLAGE GALLERYART MUSEUM$105,281,702
NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5045281944$49,985,737
AUDUBON INSECTARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION4232262578$30,405,440
AUDUBON PARK AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDENZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION5045814629$30,405,440
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM5046584100$11,613,004
LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM5045231357$3,332,789
WOMANS EXCHANGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045255661$2,656,180
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION616 GIROD ST STE 2005048991945$2,023,756
NEW ORLEANS CULINARY AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,882,793
LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5044867740$849,861
NEW ORLEANS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ART CULTURE AND HISTORY (NOAAM)ART MUSEUM5045661136$739,593
NATIONAL D DAY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA CASTLE HALEY BOULDVARD5045690405$464,065
SOUTHERN FOOD AND BEVERAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD5045817032$464,065
CABILDOGENERAL MUSEUM5045233939$323,868
AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION5048623222$322,943
NEW ORLEANS MUSICAL LEGENDSHISTORIC PRESERVATION5047377636$170,715
NEW ORLEANS PHARMACY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5045249077$169,390
LOUISIANA LANDMARKS SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5044820312$168,891
MEMORIAL HALL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5045234522$162,074
LOS ISLENOS HERITAGE & CULTURAL SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM1357 BAYOU RD5042774681$156,669
MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY OF NEW ORLEANSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$152,163
AMERICAN-ITALIAN RENAISSANCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM5045227294$124,731
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN COCKTAILHISTORY MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD5045690405$123,010
LATTER LIBRARY GARDEN CONSERVANCYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$100,874
JACKSON BARRACKS MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5042788242$100,785
CRESCENT CITY CARNIVAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5048970744$91,000
NEW ORLEANS SCOTTISH RITE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5045223789$76,425
MCKENNA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARTART MUSEUM5045867432$55,468
GRETNA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION209 LAFAYETTE ST5043623854$49,827
LOUISIANA CREOLE RESEARCH ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$21,219
NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5045811367$20,387
CANARY ISLANDS DESCENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF ST BERNARD & SURROUNDINGGENERAL MUSEUM$2,801
BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUMART MUSEUM5045224806$2,644
1850 HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045686968
ALGIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION235 LAVERGNE ST
AUDUBON AQUARIUM OF THE AMERICASZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION1 CANAL STREET5045653033
BARRIER ISLAND RESTORATION AND DEVELOPMENT SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER151 PRIMROSE DRIVE5043921674
BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1113 CHARTRES STREET5045237257
BLESSED FRANCIS SEELOS SHRINEGENERAL MUSEUM5045252495
CATHOLIC CUTLURAL HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM1100 CHARTRES ST5045293040
CLASSICAL INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GERMAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM5043634202
HISTORIC BOURBON STREET FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045234662
HOUSE OF BROEL FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM5044942220
ISAAC DELGADO FINE ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM5046716377
JEAN LAFITTE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK AND PRESERVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045893882
KATRINA NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5044952850
LGBT ARCHIVES PROJECT OF LOUISIANAGENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA ARTISTS GUILDGENERAL MUSEUM5045231465
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045234522
LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5615 PERRIER ST5048663049
LOUISIANA MARINE FISHERIES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5046893497
LOUISIANA MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9858459200
LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORYART MUSEUM1418 GOVERNOR NICHOLLS STREET5045661136
LOUISIANA RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
LOUISIANA'S MEDAL OF HONOR PARK AND MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
LOWER NINTH WARD LIVING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MARIE LAVEAU HOUSE OF VOODOOHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045813751
MARSHALL MUSEUM AND LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
MIDDLE AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM6823 ST CHARLES AVENUE5048655110
MILITARY MUSEUM-NEW ORLEANSGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEE CONTI WAX MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5045252605
MUSEE ROSETTE ROCHON-DONGENERAL MUSEUM5049477673
NATIONAL SLAVE SHIP MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NEW ORLEANS BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1 PALM DRIVE5044839386
NEW ORLEANS HISTORIC VOODOO MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5046800128
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION5045894806
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW ORLEANS RAILWAY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM603 W JACKSON
OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ARTART MUSEUM5045399650
OLD US MINTGENERAL MUSEUM5045686968
PRESERVING HISTORIC ALGIERS COMMUNITY CORPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST GEORGE IN THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOFAB INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM1504 ORETHA C HALEY BOULEVARD
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL RESEARCH AND RECOVERY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST BERNARD HALL OF FAMEHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 16029852468354
SUPREME COURT OF LOUISIANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Poydras

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC219 LOYOLA AVENUE0.01,142,265
PLAQUEMINES PARISH8442 HWY. 230.076,295
ST. BERNARD PARISH LIBRARY2600 PALMISANO BLVD.0.053,872

Farmers Markets in Poydras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Crescent City Farmers Market200 Broadway Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Crescent City Farmers Market200 Broadway Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Crescent City Farmers Market1235 N. Peters 10/17/2018 to 07/10/2019Wed: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;YesVisit
French Market1200 North Peters Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Gretna Farmers Market739 Third Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Grow Dat Youth Farm Farmstand150 Zachary Taylor Dr. 01/07/2017 to 06/24/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Marketplace at Armstrong ParkRampart St. and Basin St.Visit
Michoud Farmers Market13800 Old Gentilly Rd04/20/2016 to Wed: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Sankofa Fresh Stop5029 St Claude AveThu: 4:00 AM-7:00 AM;Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers' Market409 Aycock StreetMarch to NovemberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Swap Meet NOLA3525 Bienville St.01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Poydras

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Boondock Saint Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants731 Saint Peter St
Crescent City BrewhouseCajun / Creole Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Traditional American Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bre527 Decatur St5045220571, 504-522-0571Visit
Harem Thebreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, entertainers, night clubs & live music, bar & grill restaur125 Chartres St
Holly Ground Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, recreation3340 Canal StVisit
Jackson BreweryShopping Mall, Brewery600 Decatur StVisit
Jax Brewery & Bistro BarBar, Nightclub, and Brewery620 Decatur St5042670244Visit
Lehrmann's Bar and BilliardsBeer Taverns & Pubs, Billiard Parlors, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Chalmette, L135 W Saint Bernard Hwy5042799278
New Orleans Lager & Ale BreweryBreweries3001 Tchoupitoulas St5048969996
Seal's Class Actbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, New Orleans, Venues, Bar, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs,2169 Aubry St5049487325Visit
Second Line BrewingBrewery Mid-City433 N Bernadotte St5042488979
Sky Brew Coffee & TeaNew Orleans, LA, Shopping & Stores, Miscellaneous Food Stores, New Orleans Tea, Brewers, Coffeehouse4332 Magazine St5048918682

Stadiums & Teams in Poydras

TeamLeagueDivision
New Orleans PelicansNBAWest
New Orleans SaintsNFLNFC South

Pharmacies in Poydras

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BRADLEY'S PHARMACY 8115 EAST SAINT BERNARD HIGHWAY 504-682-5236

Cell Towers in Poydras

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
LOUISIANA STATE HIGHWAY 300TOWER315
16867 HIGHWAY 23LTOWER141
Lafitte Site 4642 Privateer Blvd (30292)TOWER126
(Reggio Relo) Hwy 46LTOWER95
Approx. 0.5 Mile South of int. of Lake Hermitage Rd. & LA Hwy 23TOWER95
26222 HIghway 23 (59189)LTOWER93
1055 JEAN LAFITTE BLVDLTOWER82
(Crown Point) 1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd.TOWER82
1055 Jean LaFitte Blvd. (59191)LTOWER82
518 OCTAVIA STREET LOT 97 HWY 45 (59177)GTOWER57
6855 HIGHWAY 39LTOWER56
110 HORSESHOE ROADMTOWER47
8391 LA HIGHWAY 23MTOWER38

Power Plants Near Poydras

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
TOCA PLANTNATURAL GAS INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE221112-89.8RE

Bridges in Poydras

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete202028700G

Amtrak Stations in Poydras

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
New Orleans, LA1001 Loyola AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Poydras

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS INC (NEW ORLEANS LA FACILITY)14700 INTRACOASTAL DRORLEANS
BELLE CHASSE TERMINAL15551 HIGHWAY 23PLAQUEMINES PARISH
MERAUX REFINERY2500 EAST ST. BERNARD HIGHWAYST. BERNARD PARISH
TENNECO OIL COMPANY1800 PARISH ROADST BERNARD
TENNECO OIL COMPANY1800 PARISH ROADST BERNARD
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS
TEXACO INCORPORATED1501 CANAL STREET - P.O. BOX 60252ORLEANS

Airports Near Poydras

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportMSYLarge Airport
Lakefront AirportNEWMedium Airport
New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender FieldNBGMedium Airport
Addison-Henley FieldSmall Airport
Birdwin AirportSmall Airport
Blouin Flightpark UltralightportSmall Airport
Covington-Vincent AirportSmall Airport
Diamondhead AirportSmall Airport
Fisher's FieldSmall Airport
Fitzsimmons AirportSmall Airport
Fokker FieldSmall Airport
Hammond Northshore Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hickham FieldSmall Airport
Koenig AirparkSmall Airport
Matidora AirportSmall Airport
Mint Julep AirparkSmall Airport
Picayune Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pierce FieldSmall Airport
Plane Crazy AirportSmall Airport
Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional AirportSmall Airport
Price UltralightportSmall Airport
Shade Tree FieldSmall Airport
Shaw Crop Service AirportSmall Airport
Sheridan's StripSmall Airport
Slidell AirportSmall Airport
South Lafourche Leonard Miller Jr AirportSmall Airport
Southern Seaplane AirportBCSSmall Airport
St Charles AirportSmall Airport
St. Tammany Regional AirportSmall Airport
Stennis International AirportSmall Airport
Stevens StripSmall Airport
Triche FieldSmall Airport
Triumph Air StripSmall Airport
Turkey Bayou AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Poydras

25 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cresent City Connection Police Department
Gretna Police Department
Jean Lafitte Police Department
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
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 Station2405 Sanctuary Drive
New Orleans Police Department Eighth District334 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 Police6799 Elysian Fields Avenue
Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office
Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office
Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office
Sherriff's Office6501 Saint Claude Avenue

Grocery Stores in Poydras

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 11511Other951 Bayou Rd
Family Dollar 6214Other209 Bayou Rd
Nicosias Express LaneConvenience Store101 Bayou Rd
Quick Check 4Convenience Store617 Bayou Rd
South Lake FoodsConvenience Store7532 E Judge Perez Dr

Post Offices in Poydras

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint Bernard Post Office

Treatment Centers in Poydras

19 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bridge House IncSubstance Abuse504-522-4475 x1000
CrescentCareSubstance Abuse504-821-2601 x504
Gateway Foundation - Outpatient Treatment Substance AbuseSubstance Abuse504-368-9935
Grace House on StratfordSubstance Abuse504-522-4476
Greenpath International IncSubstance Abuse504-827-2928 x102
Imagine RecoverySubstance Abuse504-605-4095
Integrity Behavioral ManagementSubstance Abuse504-241-8188
Metropolitan Human Services District - Central City Behav Hlth CtrBoth504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Chartres Pontchartrain BH CenterBoth504-568-3130
Metropolitan Human Services District - Saint Bernard Behavioral Health CtrBoth504-568-3130
NAMI New Orleans - National Alliance on Mental IllnessMental Health504-896-2345
NAMI New Orleans - WestbankMental Health504-368-1944
Odyssey House Louisiana IncSubstance Abuse504-821-9211 x7400
Odyssey House Louisiana Inc - Residential 3.5 LOCSubstance Abuse504-821-9211 x7618
Plaquemines Community CARE CentersSubstance Abuse504-393-5750
Seaside Behavioral CenterSubstance Abuse504-370-7700 x5523
Southeast Louisiana VA HCS - New Orleans VA Outpatient ClinicBoth504-507-2000 x66010
Southeast Louisiana Veterans HealthSubstance Abuse504-507-5744
Urgent Care Gretna - Addiction ServicesSubstance Abuse504-291-4148

Churches & Religious Organizations in Poydras

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FORGED MINISTRIESPO BOX 82
HOLY WAY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES3220 BAYOU RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poydras

What is the population of Poydras?

Poydras has a population of 2,395 residents and is located in Louisiana. The population density is 613 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Poydras expensive to live in?

Poydras 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 $53,506, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,100 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Poydras safe?

Poydras is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 236 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,801 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Poydras receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Poydras?

Poydras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Poydras?

The job market in Poydras is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,190. There are 1,014 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 3.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Poydras?

The median home value in Poydras is $121,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,711. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,169. Fair market rent is $832 for a 1-bedroom and $1,007 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,614.

How are the schools in Poydras?

Schools in Poydras score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.7% of adults in Poydras hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Poydras?

The obesity rate in Poydras is 40.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 32.0% are physically inactive. 28.9% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,023.

What is transportation like in Poydras?

The average commute in Poydras is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Poydras?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Poydras is 72.4% White, 8.8% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 1.5% of the population are military veterans. 28.3% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.

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