New Orleans, New Orleans LA — neighborhood review

New Orleans, LA

New Orleans · Orleans Parish · LA 70115

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$643K

Median Price

71/100

Walk Score

7.3/10

Schools

30 min

to Downtown New Orleans

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
73/100
FQuietness
30/100
B+Commute
85/100
B-Walkability
71/100
WYLT Score51/100

Our Take

The 70115 zip code offers a mix of decent median income, solid schools, and a vibrant food scene, but it comes with high crime, a noisy urban environment, and a relatively high cost of living. It’s worth a look if you enjoy the culture and can accept the safety trade‑offs, but it’s not ideal for families seeking a quiet, low‑crime area.

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The Good

  • Strong median home value and high median income
  • Excellent public and charter high schools
  • Rich culinary scene with diverse dining options
  • Low flood risk

Real Talk

  • !Violent and property crime rates are high in this area
  • !Noise and traffic are constant in downtown and near the river
  • !Higher housing costs relative to neighboring districts
  • !Limited walkability makes car ownership almost mandatory
  • $Elevated property insurance premiums
  • $Higher utility costs due to heat and humidity
  • $Regular maintenance for waterfront properties

Best For

Young professionalsFood loversStudentsArtists

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

New Orleans, LA

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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