Chalmette, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
22,447 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$862 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Bernard Parish
4
New Orleans-Metairie Metro Area
6
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Bernard Parish
7
New Orleans-Metairie Metro Area
7
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 53
Feb 5 0 56
Mar 5 0 62
Apr 4 0 69
May 5 0 77
Jun 7 0 82
Jul 6 0 83
Aug 6 0 83
Sep 6 0 80
Oct 4 0 71
Nov 4 0 63
Dec 5 0 55

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, LA State Senate District 3, LA State House District 103, LA
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Schools

CF Rowley Alternative School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Chalmette Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Chalmette High School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Nunez Community College
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of Holy Cross
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Bernard Parish Hospital
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Tulane Medical Center
7 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport
112 miles, NE • 1 star
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