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Metairie, LA vs New Orleans, LA
Metairie, LA vs New Orleans, LA: What the data shows
Metairie, LA is in Metairie, LA while New Orleans, LA is in New Orleans, LA — both in the same state. On home prices, Metairie, LA is the more affordable option at $286,000 median — $41,000 less than New Orleans, LA's $327,000. WYLT rates Metairie, LA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and New Orleans, LA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Metairie, LA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Metairie, LA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. New Orleans, LA has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Metairie, LA has High flood risk and New Orleans, LA has Low flood risk.
New Orleans, LA is the more walkable neighborhood. Metairie, LA scores N/A/100 versus New Orleans, LA's 56/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Metairie, LA rates 6.9/10 and New Orleans, LA rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Metairie, LA | New Orleans, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $286K ✓ Lower price | $327K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $69K ✓ Higher income | $48K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 56/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 36/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Flood Risk | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.9/10 | 6.9/10 |
| Best for | Families needing strong public schoolsRenters seeking affordable optionsCommuters to downtown New Orleans | budget conscious buyersfood loversremote workers who prefer some walkability |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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