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New Orleans, LA
New Orleans · Orleans Parish · LA 70115
Updated October 31, 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
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Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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