Waggaman

LA

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana

Population 431K |Median income $65,252 |8 hospitals

Population
430,920
Jefferson Parish
Median Income
$65,252
-4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$251,400
+10% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
431K-1%
Median Income
$65,252+35%
Median Home Value
$251,400+46%
Poverty Rate
16.6%+1%
Unemployment
6.1%-18%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Poverty Rate
16.6% +17% vs avg
Unemployment 6.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.5%
Work From Home 8.2%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 49.8%
African American 25.5%
Asian 4.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42.7%
Obesity
41.6%
Short Sleep Duration
40.4%
Physical Inactivity
30.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Diabetes
16.2%
Current Smoking
14.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.2%
Dental Visit 57.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
4
OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER ACUTE
NEW ORLEANS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER-KENNER
KENNER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
WEST JEFFERSON MEDICAL CENTER
MARRERO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
EAST JEFFERSON GENERAL HOSPITAL
METAIRIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Waggaman 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 Waggaman, LA? ▼
Waggaman, LA has a population of 430,920 people, located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Waggaman? ▼
The median household income in Waggaman, LA is $65,252 per year. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
What is the median home value in Waggaman? ▼
The median home value in Waggaman, LA is $251,400. Median rent is $1,190/month.
What are the top health concerns in Waggaman? ▼
The top health indicators in Waggaman include High Blood Pressure (42.7%), Obesity (41.6%), Short Sleep Duration (40.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Waggaman? ▼
Waggaman has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Waggaman? ▼
The median age in Waggaman, LA is 40 years. 30.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Waggaman, LA is located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 431K and a median household income of $65,252, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Waggaman 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 (Jefferson 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.