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4.3%
State tax rate
$1,665
Median rent
96
Walk score
408
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does New Orleans actually cost?
Median rent is $1,665/mo in New Orleans.
LA has a 4.3% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
4.3%
Median rent
$1,665/mo
Median home price
$242,493
Walk Score
96/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
84/100
Violent crime rate
408/100K — above avg
HRC equality score
100/100 — Leader
Avg high temperature
80°F
Sunny days / year
218 days
Humidity
78%
Population
380K
Property tax rate
0.55%
Sales tax rate
9.56%
Your Personalized Report
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ZipSage verdict — is New Orleans right for you?
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Walkability
Walk Score 96/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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LGBTQ+ Friendly
HRC Municipal Equality score 100/100 — Leader.
Is New Orleans right for your situation?
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