Cost of Living in Metairie, LA
Population: 138,995 • 2026 Data
$73,256
Median Household Income
-5% vs national
$1,159
Median Monthly Rent
-14% vs national
$308,900
Median Home Value
-9% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Metairie
The median home value in Metairie, LA is $308,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,159, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,186.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Metairie, LA is $73,256. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 72,981 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.