Metairie, Louisiana is a suburban city located in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area. With a population of 25,767 as of 2020, Metairie has an estimated population density of 6,104 people per square mile. This small city is home to many businesses and organizations that serve its local community. Major businesses include Rouse's Supermarkets, CVS Pharmacy, and Walgreens. Residents can enjoy year-round outdoor activities at Lafreniere Park or visit nearby Wildlife Gardens to see exotic animals from across the globe. Other popular organizations include the Kenner Soccer Club and the Metairie Little League Baseball organization. Each summer, residents come together for the Annual Metairie Fourth of July Festival which includes live music performances and a fireworks show over Lake Pontchartrain. The city also enjoys local sporting events by following teams such as the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans who play at nearby Mercedes-Benz Superdome in downtown New Orleans.
The population in Metairie (zip 70005) is 25,767. There are 6,147 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Metairie (zip 70005) is 44.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Metairie (zip 70005) is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Metairie (zip 70005)
- 51.8% are married
- 11.8% are divorced
- 29.0% are married with children
- 14.0% have children, but are single
Race in Metairie (zip 70005)
- 82.2% are White
- 2.1% are Black
- 2.6% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 12.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander