Metairie, Louisiana

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
140,046
Population
$72,070
Median Income
$289,800
Home Value
42.4
Median Age

Demographics

Metairie has a population of 140,046 with a median age of 42.4. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
73.7%
Hispanic
13.9%
Black
10.9%
Asian
4.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population140,046
Median Age42.4
White73.7%
Black or African American10.9%
Asian4.0%
Hispanic or Latino13.9%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Metairie is $72,070, which is 4.1% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $43,170. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

$72,070
Median Household Income
$43,170
Per Capita Income
11.7%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Metairie is 4.3%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Metairie, 92.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 39.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.5%
Bachelor's+
39.0%
Graduate+
13.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher39.0%
Graduate or Professional Degree13.9%

Housing

The median home value in Metairie is $289,800, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,120. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.

$289,800
Median Home Value
$1,120/mo
Median Rent
62.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$289,800
Median Monthly Rent$1,120
Homeownership Rate62.8%
Vacancy Rate7.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Metairie, Louisiana?
The population of Metairie, Louisiana is 140,046 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Metairie, Louisiana?
The median household income in Metairie, Louisiana is $72,070. This is 4.1% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Metairie, Louisiana?
The median home value in Metairie, Louisiana is $289,800. The median monthly rent is $1,120.
What percentage of people in Metairie have a college degree?
In Metairie, Louisiana, 39.0% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Metairie, Louisiana an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Metairie, Louisiana is 4.0x (median home value $289,800 vs. median income $72,070), making it moderately affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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