Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
13%
Belle Chasse, LA Area Guide
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Nestled along the west bank of the Mississippi River, Belle Chasse carries a name that means "beautiful hunting" in French—a nod to the lush Louisiana wetlands that still frame the community today. Just 10 miles south of downtown New Orleans, this Plaquemines Parish community offers a calmer pace without sacrificing access to the city's energy. The French Quarter, Audubon Zoo, and Tulane University are all within easy reach, making world-class culture readily accessible. Each year, the Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival celebrates the region's deep-rooted coastal food traditions. The adjacent Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve adds miles of natural Louisiana landscape practically at your doorstep.
Renters in Belle Chasse will find housing that leans toward spacious options—think townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and larger multi-bedroom units that are harder to find closer to the city. The area's connection to Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans gives the community a close-knit atmosphere. With solid two- and three-bedroom availability (averaging $1,439 and $1,816 respectively), Belle Chasse appeals to those who want breathing room and a genuine sense of neighborhood without straying far from everything New Orleans offers.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,115
Average: $100,497
Education
2,309
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,565
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Belle Chasse has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Belle Chasse, LA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Belle Chasse Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
543 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
893 Students
Public
Grades K-8
721 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
395 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
893 Students
Public
Grades K-8
721 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
959 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Woodlands Conservancy
- St. Bernard State Park
- Louisiana Children's Museum
- Entergy IMAX Theatre
- Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.