New Orleans

LA

Orleans Parish, Louisiana

Population 372K |Median income $56,631 |8 hospitals

Population
371,853
Orleans Parish
Median Income
$56,631
-17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$315,700
+39% vs avg
Median Age
38.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
372K+4%
Median Income
$56,631+52%
Median Home Value
$315,700+72%
Poverty Rate
22.6%-17%
Unemployment
7.5%-37%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Poverty Rate
22.6% +59% vs avg
Unemployment 7.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.4%
Work From Home 14.9%
Public Transit 4.5%

Population

African American 54.6%
White 31.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 2.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
41.9%
Short Sleep Duration
38.8%
Obesity
34.4%
Physical Inactivity
26.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
18.1%
Diabetes
16.2%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.6%
Dental Visit 59.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
3
SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA VETERANS HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
NEW ORLEANS · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
TOURO INFIRMARY
NEW ORLEANS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER NEW ORLEANS
NEW ORLEANS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — New Orleans 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 New Orleans, LA? ▼
New Orleans, LA has a population of 371,853 people, located in Orleans Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in New Orleans? ▼
The median household income in New Orleans, LA is $56,631 per year. The poverty rate is 22.6%.
What is the median home value in New Orleans? ▼
The median home value in New Orleans, LA is $315,700. Median rent is $1,251/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Orleans? ▼
The top health indicators in New Orleans include High Blood Pressure (41.9%), Short Sleep Duration (38.8%), Obesity (34.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Orleans? ▼
New Orleans has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Orleans? ▼
The median age in New Orleans, LA is 38.8 years. 42.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Orleans, LA is located in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 372K and a median household income of $56,631, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the New Orleans 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 (Orleans 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.