New Orleans, LA

Nicknamed “The Crescent City” and more commonly called “The Big Easy,” New Orleans is located in southern Louisiana where the Mississippi River enter the Gulf of Mexico. Known for its lively festivals and party atmosphere (especially during Mardi Gras), venues like the French Quarter and Bourbon Street are world famous. New Orleans is also a major port for oil and petrochemical industries. Residents enjoy consistently warm temperatures and a bounty of parks and recreational options. Education options include Loyola University and Tulane University.

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Affordable Places To Live In New Orleans

Median Household Income

^$37,211

Median Home Value

^$228,762

Housing Affordability Index

82

Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)

12.70^%

Education & Career Opportunities In New Orleans

Unemployment Rate

7.00^%

Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher

37.70^%

Percent of Population in the Workforce

59.50^%

Food Scene in New Orleans

39.70^%

Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months

Restaurants per Capita

41.60

Percent of Adults who Dined Out

44.40^%

Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out

^$884.00

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Love Where You Live In New Orleans

Volunteerism Rate

15.40^%

Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization

Voting

53.30^%

Of Adults Voted in Last Election

Local Participation

6.70^%

Adults Served on a Local Committee

Diversity Index

59.00

Health in New Orleans

87.60^%

Of Population Has Health Insurance

13.40^%

Of Population Jogged in the Past Year

Hospitals per Capita

0.78

25.50^%

Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months

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Where to Live Now In New Orleans

Average Mortgage Amount

^$601.28

Median Rent

^$788

42.60^%

Of Homes Owned

57.40^%

Of Homes Rented

Where to Live Now

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Experiences & Adventures In New Orleans

8.40^%

Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year

11.60^%

Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year

10.20^%

Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year

13.70^%

Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year