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Waggaman, LA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Colton

Unpopular opinion about Waggaman

I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. Rent is about $1,417/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $59,566 in Waggaman. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas a...

3 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Nova Richardson

Is Waggaman worth moving to in 2026?

I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $158,500 on average. Rent is about $1,417/month for a decent place. Median household income is $59,566, which feels about average for the area. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. I...

13 replies 15 upvotes moving
Gianna Flores

How are the schools in Waggaman?

Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $158,500 on average. Median household income is $59,566, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think...

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Everly Chavez

Is Waggaman still affordable?

I've been here for 13 years and Poverty rate is 26.3%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a small town city with about 10,617 people. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public t...

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Owen Edwards

Remote worker thinking about Waggaman

Alright, I'm a 28-year-old project manager and Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. With a population of 10,617, Waggaman is a small town. The median home value here is around $158,500, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,417 for rent here. There's ...

5 replies 4 upvotes moving
Alexander Hughes

Housing market in Waggaman right now

Alright, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $158,500, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,417/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. Homes are going for about $158,500 on average. Household incomes average around ...

7 replies 11 upvotes housing
Alexander Hughes

Raising a family in Waggaman -thoughts?

I'm originally from Tampa and It's a a small town city with about 10,617 people. With a population of 10,617, Waggaman is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Owen Edwards

Best coffee shops in Waggaman?

I'm a 48-year-old restaurant manager and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 10,617, Waggaman is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? Cheers. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs ...

5 replies 9 upvotes qa
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