Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
21%
Westwego
Westwego, LA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$911
Population
8,585
Renter Mix
52% Rent
Westwego is a stone’s throw from NOLA nightlife!
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With its convenient access to New Orleans, Westwego is a prime location for residents interested in quality living at a slightly slower pace. Residents are close enough to the Big Easy to enjoy all that the city has to offer, yet far enough away to savor a small-town lifestyle.
There’s plenty to do and see throughout Westwego. If outdoor adventures are your interest, a visit to Bayou Segnette State Park is the place to go. Activities on land include hiking scenic trails, picnicking, and observing wildlife. On the water, choose activities such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and swimming in the park’s wave pool.
The city of Westwego has numerous scheduled events throughout the year. A majority of them are family-friendly, such as free Friday night concerts, the Crawfish Cook-Off, and the Westwego Cypress Swamp Fest in the fall.
Take a stroll along Sala Avenue and experience Westwego’s cultural attractions such as a centuries-old city museum, art center, and the Theater of Performing Arts. NOLA is just a 15-minute drive away, making Mardi Gras a special experience since the 1700s.
There’s never a dull moment when you have direct access to nightlife. Sports enthusiasts need only drive a short distance for a Saints game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. If basketball is your sport of choice, the Pelicans put on an exciting game.
Getting around Westwego is easy when you have multiple options. Many locations are in walking and biking distance, but cabs are also readily available. Public Transportation will get you where you want to go quickly and efficiently. For air travel, the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is within 30 minutes of the city.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$34,183
Average: $53,378
Education
1,240
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,246
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Westwego has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
7%
Other Education
93%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Westwego, LA is $911 for one bedroom, $1,175 for two bedrooms, and $1,398 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westwego has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$911/month
586 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Westwego, LA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Marrero Academy For Advanced Studies
Public
Grades PK-5
336 Students
Myrtle C. Thibodeaux Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
531 Students
Joshua Butler Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
359 Students
Vic A. Pitre Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
265 Students
Live Oak Manor Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
169 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
470 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bayou Segnette State Park
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
- Longue Vue House and Gardens
- Audubon Insectarium
- Audubon Zoo
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 February 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.