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Overview for Metairie, LA

137,978 people live in Metairie, where the median age is 41.5 and the average individual income is $46,993. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

137,978

Total Population

41.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$46,993

Average individual Income

Around Metairie, LA

There's plenty to do around Metairie, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

60
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
44
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gulf Coast Convenience, Geaux Gourmet, and So Chic.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.36 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
Dining 0.39 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Shopping 0.55 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
Active 0.31 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 0.32 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 0.32 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Metairie, LA

Metairie has 60,669 households, with an average household size of 2.296. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Metairie do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 137,978 people call Metairie home. The population density is 5,905 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

137,978

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.5 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
60,669

Total Households

2.296

Average Household Size

$46,993

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Metairie, LA

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The following schools are within or nearby Metairie. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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