Destrehan

St. Charles Parish, Louisiana

Population 51K |Median income $80,897 |1 hospital

Population

51,396

St. Charles Parish

Median Income

$80,897

+19% vs avg

Median Home Value

$263,700

+16% vs avg

Median Age

39.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

51K-2%

Median Income

$80,897+38%

Median Home Value

$263,700+41%

Poverty Rate

11.7%-8%

Unemployment

6.7%-22%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,210/mo

Poverty Rate

11.7% -18% vs avg

Unemployment 6.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 26.9%

Work From Home 7.7%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 63.9%

African American 22.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 5%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

41.2%

Short Sleep Duration

39.1%

Obesity

37.7%

Physical Inactivity

27.6%

Binge Drinking

18.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.1%

Current Smoking

15.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

14%

Diabetes

13.2%

Current Asthma

9.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.9%

Dental Visit 62.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.5%

Stroke

3.6%

Alerts & News — Destrehan 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 6

What is the population of Destrehan, LA? ▼

Destrehan, LA has a population of 51,396 people, located in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana.

What is the median household income in Destrehan? ▼

The median household income in Destrehan, LA is $80,897 per year. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

What is the median home value in Destrehan? ▼

The median home value in Destrehan, LA is $263,700. Median rent is $1,210/month.

What are the top health concerns in Destrehan? ▼

The top health indicators in Destrehan include High Blood Pressure (41.2%), Short Sleep Duration (39.1%), Obesity (37.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Destrehan? ▼

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

What is the median age in Destrehan? ▼

The median age in Destrehan, LA is 39.7 years. 26.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Destrehan, LA is located in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 51K and a median household income of $80,897, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Destrehan 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. Charles 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.