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Marrero, LA vs Houma, LA

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Are people in Houma older or younger than people in Marrero?
- The Median Age in Houma is 7.0 years younger than in Marrero.

Are housing costs cheaper in Houma or Marrero?
- Houma housing costs are 14.3% less expensive than Marrero housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Houma or Marrero?
- The average commute for residents of Houma is 3.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Marrero.

Things to do in Marrero?
Marrero LA can be found southwest New Orleans renowned chiefly for its ample outdoor activities from paddleboard or kayak trips along Bayou Segnette State Park to enjoy some peace & tranquility in one of Louisiana’s largest state parks.

Things to do in Houma?
Houma LA lies just south Louisiana offering easy access to Grand Isle State Park perfect for camping near one the area’s most scenic locations plus a selection of seasonal festivals like Mardi Gras & Cajun Music Festival providing entertainment for all ages.

 Marrero, LAHouma, LAUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,461329,725,481
 Median Income$43,677  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$189,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.83  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Marrero    1 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

I currently live in a Marrero, LA which is outside of New Orleans city limits.  More

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Reviews for Houma    4 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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