Chalmette

St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana

Population 44K |Median income $58,651 |1 hospital

Population

44,419

St. Bernard Parish

Median Income

$58,651

-14% vs avg

Median Home Value

$202,500

-11% vs avg

Median Age

36.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

44K+14%

Median Income

$58,651+42%

Median Home Value

$202,500+59%

Poverty Rate

23%+23%

Unemployment

7.6%-38%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Poverty Rate

23% +62% vs avg

Unemployment 7.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.6%

Work From Home 8.3%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 58.3%

African American 23.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%

Asian 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

42.8%

High Blood Pressure

42%

Short Sleep Duration

40.9%

Physical Inactivity

33.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.8%

Current Smoking

20.2%

Binge Drinking

16.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.7%

Diabetes

15.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.3%

Dental Visit 52.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.4%

Stroke

4.2%

Alerts & News — Chalmette Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 6

What is the population of Chalmette, LA? ▼

Chalmette, LA has a population of 44,419 people, located in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Chalmette? ▼

The median household income in Chalmette, LA is $58,651 per year. The poverty rate is 23%.

What is the median home value in Chalmette? ▼

The median home value in Chalmette, LA is $202,500. Median rent is $1,082/month.

What are the top health concerns in Chalmette? ▼

The top health indicators in Chalmette include Obesity (42.8%), High Blood Pressure (42%), Short Sleep Duration (40.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Chalmette? ▼

Chalmette has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Chalmette? ▼

The median age in Chalmette, LA is 36.2 years. 17.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Chalmette, LA is located in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 44K and a median household income of $58,651, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Chalmette 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 (St. Bernard 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.