City vs city
Monroe, LA vs New Orleans, LA
| Monroe | New Orleans | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 47,241 | 376,035 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.8% | -1.1% |
| Median home value | $174,800 | $296,400 |
| Median rent | $823 | $1,211 |
| Household income | $36,521 | $55,339 |
| Unemployment | 10.7% | 7.8% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 17% | 23% |
| State crime /100k | 2,324 | 2,324 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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