St. Bernard Parish, LA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,603 | 4,588,640 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 21.6 | 87.6 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.06% | -0.07% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.2 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 15,803 | 1,781,402 | 128,459,983 |
Population in St. Bernard Parish grew by 15.5% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 44,172 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
St. Bernard Parish has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $57,436 | $60,029 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.03% | 3.98% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.4% | 6.3% | 5.2% |
The median household income in St. Bernard Parish is about 4% lower than in Louisiana.
Housing
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $250,806 | $166,764 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,082 | $1,038 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 70.1% | 67.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in St. Bernard Parish is about 19.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,082 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in St. Bernard Parish spend about 55 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 229 hours, about 9.5 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 27.5 | 21.3 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 54.9 | 42.6 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 229 | 177 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $7,097 | $5,502 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 6.3% | 7.2% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 14,540 | 8,275 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,738 | 1,164 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Louisiana:
Madison Parish (12.9 min), East Carroll Parish (13.7 min), Lincoln Parish (15.4 min).
Slowest:
East Feliciana Parish (33.1 min), St. Helena Parish (32.3 min), Livingston Parish (32.0 min).
The average commute time in St. Bernard Parish is 27 minutes, longer than the 21 minutes in Louisiana.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
St. Bernard Parish has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.6% | 24.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.78 | 2.52 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Louisiana:
Orleans Parish (0.3), East Baton Rouge Parish (0.3), St. Tammany Parish (0.3).
Lowest:
East Carroll Parish (0.1), Assumption Parish (0.2), Evangeline Parish (0.2).
Health
St. Bernard Parish has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | St. Bernard Parish | Louisiana Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 74.6 | 75.1 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 19.8% | 22.3% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 23.0% | 23.9% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Louisiana:
St. Tammany Parish (0.8), Ascension Parish (0.8), Vernon Parish (0.8).
Lowest:
East Carroll Parish (0.7), Madison Parish (0.7), Tensas Parish (0.7).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana.
What is the population of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana?
The population of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana is 46,603, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana?
The population density of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana is 21.6 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana?
The median household income in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana is $57,436, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana?
The median home price in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana is $250,806, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana?
The unemployment rate in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana is 7.4%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.