Metairie, LA Crime


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Metairie, Louisiana has unfortunately been plagued with high levels of crime in recent years. According to statistics, the city has a violent crime rate of 41.5, significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as homicide, assault, and robbery. Property crime is also a major issue in Metairie, with a rate of 69.1 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes theft, burglary, and vehicle theft. The high levels of crime in Metairie have caused concern among residents and have prompted increased efforts from law enforcement to combat these issues. Despite these challenges, the community remains resilient and committed to making Metairie a safer place for all.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Metairie violent crime is 41.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Metairie property crime is 69.1. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Metairie, Louisiana does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Kenner, Louisiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Kenner, Louisiana. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Harahan, LA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Gretna, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102019
New Orleans, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152019
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Over 13 years ago

I've been to Metairie a few times on bisiness, but I can't wait to go back and stay for a while. Lovely town nice people, lovely places. Lots to do. I recommend it  More

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For Metairie, & New Orleans in general: Briefly, as a Geologist who has lived here for 30+ years, my view of the outlook for the New Orleans area is decidedly gloomy.   More

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Metairie is not a city in the strictest terms. It’s a developed unincorporated area of Jefferson Parish that’s inextricably linked to the Metro New Orleans Area. Metaire  More

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