In 2021, the population of the New Orleans-Metairie metropolitan area in the United States was about 1.26 million people. This is consistent with the previous year, when the population was around 1.27 million.

Comprehensive demographic dataset for Greater New Orleans, , LA, US including population statistics, household income, housing units, education levels, employment data, and transportation with year-over-year changes.

Graph and download economic data for Resident Population in New Orleans-Metairie, LA (MSA) (NORPOP) from 2000 to 2024 about New Orleans, LA, residents, population, and USA.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Non-Hispanic population of New Orleans by race. It includes the distribution of the Non-Hispanic population of New Orleans across various race categories as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to understand the Non-Hispanic population distribution of New Orleans across relevant racial categories.

Key observations

Of the Non-Hispanic population in New Orleans, the largest racial group is Black or African American alone with a population of 205,700 (59.42% of the total Non-Hispanic population).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race: This column displays the racial categories (for Non-Hispanic) for the New Orleans
• Population: The population of the racial category (for Non-Hispanic) in the New Orleans is shown in this column.
• % of Total Population: This column displays the percentage distribution of each race as a proportion of New Orleans total Non-Hispanic population. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for New Orleans Population by Race & Ethnicity. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Two or More Races, Two Races Including Some Other Race (5-year estimate) in Orleans Parish, LA (B03002010E022071) from 2009 to 2023 about Orleans Parish, LA; New Orleans; LA; non-hispanic; estimate; 5-year; persons; population; and USA.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the data for the New Orleans, LA population pyramid, which represents the New Orleans population distribution across age and gender, using estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. It lists the male and female population for each age group, along with the total population for those age groups. Higher numbers at the bottom of the table suggest population growth, whereas higher numbers at the top indicate declining birth rates. Furthermore, the dataset can be utilized to understand the youth dependency ratio, old-age dependency ratio, total dependency ratio, and potential support ratio.

Key observations

• Youth dependency ratio, which is the number of children aged 0-14 per 100 persons aged 15-64, for New Orleans, LA, is 24.8.
• Old-age dependency ratio, which is the number of persons aged 65 or over per 100 persons aged 15-64, for New Orleans, LA, is 22.3.
• Total dependency ratio for New Orleans, LA is 47.1.
• Potential support ratio, which is the number of youth (working age population) per elderly, for New Orleans, LA is 4.5.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the New Orleans population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the New Orleans for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the New Orleans for the selected age group is shown in the following column.
• Total Population: The total population of the New Orleans for the selected age group is shown in the following column.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for New Orleans Population by Age. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Population Estimate, Total, Not Hispanic or Latino, Two or More Races, Two Races Including Some Other Race (5-year estimate) in Jefferson Parish, LA (B03002010E022051) from 2009 to 2023 about Jefferson Parish, LA; New Orleans; LA; non-hispanic; estimate; 5-year; persons; population; and USA.

This map shows population change from 2000 to 2010 by county, tract, and block group. Magenta symbols represent losses in population while blue symbols represent gains. At the national level, the map highlights growth patterns in the west coast, Texas, and the east coast in blue, and areas that have lost population, such as Detroit, New Orleans, and much of the Midwest, in magenta. Areas of larger growth and decline are represented with larger symbols. As you zoom into the map, you activate the gauge symbols. These show the degree of population increase or decrease. The white arrow points to the level of change (blue = increase, magenta = decrease). Click on any of the symbols to view a popup showing the count of population growth or decline, the percent change, and a bar chart comparing 2000 to 2010 population.Story map and layers are found in the Living Atlas.

In 2022, the New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area recorded the highest homicide rate of U.S. cities with a population over 250,000, at **** homicides per 100,000 residents, followed by the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. However, homicide data was not recorded in all U.S. metro areas, meaning that there may be some cities with a higher homicide rate. St. Louis St. Louis, which had a murder and nonnegligent manslaughter rate of **** in 2022, is the second-largest city by population in Missouri. It is home to many famous treasures, such as the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, Washington University in St. Louis, the Saint Louis Zoo, and the renowned Gateway Arch. It is also home to many corporations, such as Monsanto, Arch Coal, and Emerson Electric. The economy of St. Louis is centered around business and healthcare, and boasts ten Fortune 500 companies. Crime in St. Louis Despite all of this, St. Louis suffers from high levels of crime and violence. As of 2023, it was listed as the seventh most dangerous city in the world as a result of their extremely high murder rate. Not only does St. Louis have one of the highest homicide rates in the United States, it also reports one of the highest numbers of violent crimes. Despite high crime levels, the GDP of the St. Louis metropolitan area has been increasing since 2001.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in New Orleans. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of New Orleans population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly Black or African American. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 55.22% of the total residents in New Orleans. Notably, the median household income for Black or African American households is $36,251. Interestingly, despite the Black or African American population being the most populous, it is worth noting that White households actually reports the highest median household income, with a median income of $93,056. This reveals that, while Black or African Americans may be the most numerous in New Orleans, White households experience greater economic prosperity in terms of median household income.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in New Orleans.
• Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for New Orleans median household income by race. You can refer the same here

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