Westwego, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
8,382 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,291 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$347 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$836 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson Parish
5
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

Jefferson Parish
6
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 76
Jun 7 0 81
Jul 7 0 83
Aug 6 0 83
Sep 6 0 79
Oct 4 0 71
Nov 4 0 62
Dec 5 0 55

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, LA State Senate District 8, LA State House District 83, LA
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Schools

Myrtle C Thibodeaux Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Joshua Butler Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Loyola University New Orleans
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Tulane University of Louisiana
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

West Jefferson Medical Center
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Touro Infirmary
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

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