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Living in
Estelle.
Estelle is an unincorporated community in Jefferson Parish, LA. It has no city government: the county runs it, and the Census counts it as its own place.
About
Life in Estelle
Living in Estelle means settling into a quiet suburban pocket of Jefferson Parish with genuine affordability and a real sense of community—just don't expect glitz or constant activity. The median home value hovers around $217,300 with median rent at $1,442 a month, which is genuinely reasonable for the New Orleans metro area, and the job market is stable with unemployment under 4 percent, though most work requires a 25-minute commute into the city or nearby parishes. You'll find yourself in a genuinely diverse neighborhood—roughly half white, a quarter Black, with growing Asian and Latino communities that have reshaped the area over the past two decades—which means real food options, multiple perspectives, and less of the monolithic vibe you might find elsewhere.
Estelle at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
42.1 yrs
Poverty Rate
17.0%
Foreign-Born
10.5%
Broadband Internet
89.6%
of households
Population Growth
-6.7%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics10.5% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Estelle: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Estelle, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (30.1%), and 16.7% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
22.0%
of residents
65 and Older
12.2%
of residents
Households with Kids
36.5%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
23.3%
of households
Married Couples
49.3%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.74
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 36% above LA average
Rent, home values, and income in Estelle
In Estelle, rent runs 36% above the LA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
59.3%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
45.0%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
92.6
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$1,033
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
89.9%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1982
median year built
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for LA
Unemployment in Estelle and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Jefferson Parish, which includes Estelle, is close to the LA average.
Unemployment rate
Estelle: Jefferson Parish rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Jefferson Parish (county-wide) · Annual averages
Estelle is about 4% of Jefferson Parish’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
What Estelle Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area
Commute27.2 min avg
How Estelle residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Estelle, most residents drive alone to work (73%), and 54% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 14 mi
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Medium hub6.2M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 20% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in the area policed by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, which covers Estelle, runs 20% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
263.1
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,921.4
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Policed by Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office (county-wide rate)
Natural DisastersFlash Flood most common — 12 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
98.7 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Jefferson County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Jefferson Parish, which includes Estelle, the most common type is flash flood, with 12 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | Flash Flood | $39,500 |
| 2024 | 15 | Flash Flood | $42.6M |
| 2023 | 36 | Excessive Heat | $22,500 |
| 2022 | 14 | Thunderstorm Wind | $51.0M |
| 2021 | 13 | Flash Flood | $1000.9M |
| 2020 | 13 | Storm Surge/Tide | $25.1M |
| 2019 | 9 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
| 2018 | 7 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Jefferson Parish, county-wide
Estelle is about 4% of Jefferson Parish’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality47 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Jefferson Parish, which includes Estelle, is typically good — 227 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
47
Good Days
227
per year
Moderate Days
137
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Jefferson Parish, county-wide
Estelle is about 4% of Jefferson Parish’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate89°F summers, 45°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Estelle has warm summers (avg high 89°F) and warm winters (avg low 45°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
78°/59°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
89°/73°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
79°/61°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
64°/45°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
66.1"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Hot Days/Year
79
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
11
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
114
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62°F | 43°F | 5.32" |
| Feb | 66°F | 47°F | 4.24" |
| Mar | 72°F | 53°F | 5.22" |
| Apr | 78°F | 58°F | 5.25" |
| May | 84°F | 66°F | 5.48" |
| Jun | 89°F | 72°F | 7.18" |
| Jul | 90°F | 74°F | 7.53" |
| Aug | 90°F | 74°F | 6.87" |
| Sep | 87°F | 70°F | 6.34" |
| Oct | 79°F | 61°F | 3.79" |
| Nov | 70°F | 51°F | 3.80" |
| Dec | 64°F | 46°F | 5.09" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Estelle
Uninsured
7.5%
of residents
No hospitals inside Estelle's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
West Jefferson Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.3 mi away · Marrero
Childrens Hospital
Childrens · ER available · 5.1 mi away · New Orleans
Touro Infirmary
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 5.5 mi away · New Orleans
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education15.3:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Estelle
Estelle's student/teacher ratio is 15.3:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 18.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
5
within city limits
Private Schools
1
within city limits
College Degree Rate
18.8%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Estelle (within 15 miles)
Tulane University of Louisiana
6.6 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 7,767 students · in-state tuition $71,998 · 79% graduate · median earnings $68,226 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 4-year · 4,638 students · in-state tuition $9,472 · 46% graduate · median earnings $53,518 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 2,812 students · in-state tuition $51,664 · 66% graduate · median earnings $59,326 (10 yrs after entry)
Xavier University of Louisiana
8.2 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,628 students · in-state tuition $30,298 · 52% graduate · median earnings $59,737 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,063 students · in-state tuition $23,918 · 47% graduate · median earnings $43,728 (10 yrs after entry)
Southern University at New Orleans
13 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 1,055 students · in-state tuition $8,410 · 28% graduate · median earnings $42,300 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 3 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Estelle
Estelle has 2 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (3 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
National Historical Park and Preserve
3 mi awayNew Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park
8 mi awayCities Near Estelle
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to Estelle?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
Estelle FAQ
Is Estelle, Louisiana affordable?⌄
Estelle's median rent is $1,442/month, which is close to the national average. The median household income is $78,869/year. Median home value is $217,300.
Is Estelle, Louisiana safe?⌄
Estelle is policed by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, whose violent crime rate across its service area was 263 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1921 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Estelle, Louisiana?⌄
Jefferson Parish, which includes Estelle, has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Estelle, Louisiana?⌄
The cost of living in Estelle is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,442/month and median household income is $78,869/year. The median home value is $217,300. About 59% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Estelle, Louisiana?⌄
The average commute in Estelle is 27 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from