Grand Isle, LA Economy

Grand Isle, LA is an island community in the Gulf of Mexico located between the cities of New Orleans and Biloxi. It has a population of around 1,700 people and offers a variety of attractions and activities for its residents. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Grand Isle is $1,220, while the national average is $1,430. In addition, the cost of groceries in Grand Isle is 96 on the index compared to the U.S. average of 100. Popular local companies include Grand Isle Shipyard Inc., Mariah's Seafood Restaurant, Southern Exposure Marina Services and Bayou Barriere Golf Club. Attractions include fishing charters for inshore/bayou or offshore/deep sea fishing trips, beachfront camping sites at Grand Isle State Park and paddle boarding along a scenic nature trail with breathtaking views from West End Marshland Preserve.