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New Orleans, LA
New Orleans · Orleans Parish · LA 70116
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$392K
Median Price
61/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
20 min
to Downtown New Orleans
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
FSafety
32/100
C+Schools
69/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
CWalkability
61/100
WYLT Score50/100
Our Take
This neighborhood has a lot of cultural and culinary appeal, but the cost of living far outpaces median income and crime rates are a serious concern. It's lively and bike-friendly, yet the high crime environment and unpredictable housing market make it a risky place to settle unless you have a specific need to be there. If you value nightlife and culture more than safety and affordability, it could be worth considering for a short‑term stay, but long‑term residency requires careful planning.
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The Good
- ✓Vibrant food and music scene
- ✓High bike friendliness
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Abundant nightlife
Real Talk
- !High violent and property crime rates
- !Median income too low for median home price
- !Housing market volatility due to crime and economic shifts
- !Traffic congestion and limited parking
- $Higher insurance premiums
- $Unexpected maintenance on older properties
- $Parking fees and congestion costs
Best For
Culture loversNightlife seekersRemote workersBike enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
New Orleans, LA
F
Safety grade
Safety score32 / 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
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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