Belle Chasse

LA

Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana

Population 23K |Median income $86,315

Population
22,803
Plaquemines Parish
Median Income
$86,315
+27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$282,900
+24% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
23K-2%
Median Income
$86,315+57%
Median Home Value
$282,900+60%
Poverty Rate
12.9%+2%
Unemployment
4%-18%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.5%
Work From Home 5.9%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 60%
African American 21.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.6%
Asian 3.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40%
Short Sleep Duration
39.4%
Obesity
38.7%
Physical Inactivity
29.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
Binge Drinking
18.2%
Current Smoking
16.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Diabetes
13.8%
Current Asthma
9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.3%
Annual Checkup 80.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.8%

Alerts & News — Belle Chasse Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Belle Chasse, LA? ▼
Belle Chasse, LA has a population of 22,803 people, located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Belle Chasse? ▼
The median household income in Belle Chasse, LA is $86,315 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in Belle Chasse? ▼
The median home value in Belle Chasse, LA is $282,900. Median rent is $1,573/month.
What are the top health concerns in Belle Chasse? ▼
The top health indicators in Belle Chasse include High Blood Pressure (40%), Short Sleep Duration (39.4%), Obesity (38.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Belle Chasse? ▼
The median age in Belle Chasse, LA is 37.5 years. 21.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Belle Chasse, LA is located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 23K and a median household income of $86,315, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Belle Chasse area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Plaquemines Parish) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.