Housing
Home prices and rent in Metairie
Median home values, rents and incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with Louisiana and the U.S.
Census geography: Metairie CDP, Louisiana. These survey estimates are not current listing prices.
Metairie vs. Louisiana and the U.S.
| Metairie | Louisiana | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $327,500 | $216,500 | $332,700 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $1,175 | $1,064 | $1,413 |
| Median household income | $73,042 | $60,756 | $80,734 |
| Homes owned by occupants | 62% | 67% | 65% |
| Median year built | 1972 | 1983 | 1980 |
Questions
What is the median home value in Metairie?
$327,500, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey (5-year estimates), compared with $216,500 in Louisiana and $332,700 nationally.
How much is rent in Metairie?
Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,175 a month, versus $1,064 statewide.
Are these current market prices?
No. They are survey medians from the Census Bureau, based on a five-year survey period, so they lag today’s listings. They are the most consistent way to compare places and track change over time.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024), Metairie CDP, Louisiana. Values are estimates with margins of error.