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Metairie, LA is a vibrant town with a population of 140,590 and a population density of 6,194 people per square mile. The city has numerous businesses such as the Metairie Bank and Trust Company and Selber Bros Jewelers that offer locals the opportunity to get their shopping done. Visitors to Metairie can enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as golfing at Audubon Park Golf Course or fishing in Lake Ponchartrain. There are also several organizations in town like the Metairie Historical Society or the Metairie Business Association for those wanting to get involved in the community. Local sports teams like the New Orleans Saints provide lots of entertainment for residents and visitors alike. With its vast array of activities and attractions, Metairie is an ideal place to live and visit.

The population in Metairie is 140,590. There are 6,054 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Metairie is 42.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Metairie is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Metairie
- 49.1% are married
- 12.1% are divorced
- 27.6% are married with children
- 16.3% have children, but are single
Race in Metairie

- 69.4% are White
- 9.7% are Black
- 3.8% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 15.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

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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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