City vs city
New Orleans, LA vs Metairie, LA
| New Orleans | Metairie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 376,035 | 138,995 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -1.1% | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $296,400 | $308,900 |
| Median rent | $1,211 | $1,159 |
| Household income | $55,339 | $73,256 |
| Unemployment | 7.8% | 4.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 23% | 25% |
| 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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