2023 Best Places to Live in Jefferson Parish

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Current Resident: I absolutely love the location! Everything is nearby as well. If I can't walk to it the drive isn't more than 15 minutes. There's plenty places to visit and things to do, no matter what time of day. Always clean and the people are not only friendly and helpful, but abundantly diverse. I've met so many new friends and haven't had an issue with anyone or anything. The price of living in such a nice area is reasonable. On top of all that, cops are always making their rounds so I feel safer here than the bigger city nearby. I'd recommend this area to anyone of my friends and family.... Read 4 reviews

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• grade B

• Population 6,700

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  47 reviews

Current Resident: it is a great place to live with many affordable housing in the area. It is super close to elmwood, Walmart and many gas stations. It is very safe and feel likes home. Ive lived there for over 4 years and haven't not felt safe. Many great things about their being a levee as well.... Read 47 reviews

• grade A

• grade B

• Population 13,435

• City in Louisiana

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  255 reviews

Current Resident: I’ve lived in many states, first as a military brat, then traveling for a parent’s education, my education, and settling down with family. Lived in 2 neighborhoods in New Orleans prior to moving to Metairie . English Turn (gated community, formerly had stressful HOA situation, seems better now ), followed by the Lakeview neighborhood - which was okay because it had private security. Sadly, New Orleans remains an increasingly hot mess of crime. If dodging predators and potholes and horrible drivers are favorite pastimes, while paying astronomical property taxes, on top of buying security - and waiting hours to report getting slammed by subpar drivers or getting mugged - then move to New Orleans. You’ll be in heaven. If you want a neighborhood where people know their neighbors, watch out for each other and kids, have cameras, take no nonsense, where property taxes are reasonable, and where the sheriff is serious about keeping the peace - that’s Metairie.... Read 255 reviews

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• grade C

• Population 140,590

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Such a warm and close environment. I've lived in Harahan since birth and have always maintained a close community with my neighbors. I practically know everyone on my street!... Read 14 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Population 9,137

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• Population 10,500

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  142 reviews

Current Resident: I grew up in Metairie/Kenner. This place is so beautiful. Imagine how you would live in the house in the city in Metairie/Kenner. When you self care at home after you walk out of the house. You smell the fresh because you did take care of your beautiful home in the safety area. You feel happy that you able to affordable at home. When you get in the car, you drive and see the beautiful art stand on the grass by the road. Pass the road and you drive on the highway. You oversee the water that there is so beautiful color and even sky too. Whenever you enter the store for whatever you. need, the worker will make you appreciate for everything . They deserve you better because you and them do respect each other. Jobs can give you an opportunity. The environment will treat you well when you think of positive every day. Happiness is all about what you need to do daily. It is all about love self because you will find something that you love living in Metairie/Kenner in the city of New Orleans.... Read 142 reviews

• grade B

• grade C minus

• Population 66,411

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  32 reviews

Current Resident: The ideal suburb from downtown New Orleans if you are looking to start a family. It's not the ideal town for every family. If education is your concern for raising your children, the public middle and high schools, except for the test to get in advance study schools, are not that great. Apart from that, Terrytown is a decent place to live currently.... Read 32 reviews

• grade B

• grade C minus

• Population 25,388

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  22 reviews

Niche User: If I could do it all over again, I would live in this area because it's a quiet and friendly neighborhood. Everyone keeps with their houses well compared to other areas. There's a forest, which makes it feel nature-friendly. It's not too far removed from downtown and there's easy access to restaurants / markets / shopping places. I see more residents moving into this area in the future because there is an elementary school in the front of the neighborhood as well as a walking trail.... Read 22 reviews

• grade B

• grade C+

• Population 17,650

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  66 reviews

Current Resident: I've been living in Gretna for most of my life. My neighborhood is diverse and relatively quiet. We have quick access to things like grocery stores, parks, shopping centers, and hospitals. I like that Gretna is close to the city. I get to enjoy the perks of the city without actually living there. What I would like to change about Gretna? Well this excessive heat is unbearable, but I'm not sure what can be done about that, lol.... Read 66 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C minus

• Population 17,836

• Town in Louisiana

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  Rating 3 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Population 931

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.15 out of 5  34 reviews

Current Resident: Timberlane is a relaxing estate to live in and is a great place to raise children. The neighborhood is very safe and the surrounding neighbors are very kind and welcoming to the newer residents. There may not be much to do outside of Timberlane, but however, Timberlane also offers the use of the golf course and pool if you pay the membership fee.... Read 34 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C minus

• Population 10,697

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  79 reviews

Current Resident: Certain areas are very dangerous but other parts are family oriented. Areas typically closer to the hwy are not safe therefore, it is best to stay closer to the middle of the city. Poverty is also very common in this area... Read 79 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C

• Population 31,928

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  56 reviews

Current Resident: Harvey is a really great living area on the Westbank. I’ve been living there since I was a baby and my parents haven’t had any issues since choosing to live there. The homes in the area are rather nice including multiple subdivisions to choose to live in. There are various grocery stores and eateries to choose from as well as businesses for specific things. I think it is a safe city and the majority of the people in the area are nice.... Read 56 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C minus

• Population 20,942

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.16 out of 5  19 reviews

Current Resident: I've been living here for 6 years. It's a really nice suburb. Some of the children misbehave and steal out of unlocked cars, but simply locking your car will alleviate that. The roads are not bad. The only reason why I couldn't give Woodmere 5/5 stars is because our neighborhood supermarket recently closed down.... Read 19 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C

• Population 11,343

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.44 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: Avondale is beautiful and a wonderful place to live. I was born and raised here and would stay here.... Read 9 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C minus

• Population 4,969

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 2 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C minus

• Population 7,542

• Town in Louisiana

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: It’s a small town full of people that grow to know. It is mainly for fisheries so you see boats pass daily and people with fishing poles at any source of water. It is a very safe place to live and you’re surrounded by nature. The only downsides are close-minded people and a lack of opportunity. I had bad experience with people at the high school here and transferred to a magnet school farther away. There are also few businesses, stores, and entertainment centers so there isn’t much else to do other than enjoy nature.... Read 2 reviews

• grade C+

• grade B

• Population 2,450

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Westwego is a small quiet city on the West Bank of New Orleans, LA. It is family friendly with plenty to do such as festivals, fairs, flea markets local concerts with great Jazz music. I would encourage others to visit just for the great food. We are known for our delicious seafood poboy's, gumbo, and various other Cajun dishes. Not only is it a great place to visit, it is a great place to live. Great schools and community's in Westwego, LA. Parks that are wonderful for local foot ball and basket ball game recreation. Arts and crafts shows are wonderful events for the family to attend. Mardi Gras is the icing on the cake, the beautiful floats and great bands from all over the United States make this an extraordinary place to live.... Read 14 reviews

• grade C

• grade C minus

• Population 8,538

• Suburb of New Orleans, LA

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  12 reviews

Visitor: Love the atmosphere and the new surroundings neighborhoods. It is in the perfect place in between all of the stores. Quick drive to elmwood and quick drive to veterans once you get over the luling bridge.... Read 12 reviews

• grade C

• grade C minus

• Population 11,161

• Town in Louisiana

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: Very beautiful town with kind people and beautiful scenery. It sounds and feels alive constantly, from the birds in the trees , alligators bellowing in the surrounding swamp, planes flying over head, and people in the stores. There is always an event like the parades in our front yards or the airboats in the backyard. I attended school at Leo E. Kerner Jr Elementary, and Fisher Middle/high school. I have met many kind people is this busy and serene town.... Read 2 reviews

• grade C+

• grade B minus

• Population 702

• Town in Louisiana

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Current Resident: Grand Isle is an amazing place to live and vacation. The school is public but due to the number of children who attend, it is more like a private school with lots of one on one. Island time is how everyone rolls here.... Read 1 review

• grade C minus

• grade C+

• Population 858