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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 70053 has 16,509 residents and 6,806 households (average 2.28 persons per household). The median age is 38.9 years, about the same as the state (38.1) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.6% male and 49.4% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.5%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (41.6%, much lower than the state average of 57.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (35.3%, much higher than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 19.6%, which is much higher than the state average (6.9%), and Black or African American share is much higher than the national average (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	16,509Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	16,621Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	16,924Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	4,821.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$39,950Source: Census ACS

Households:	6,806Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$241,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.28Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.65Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	16,557	16,554	16,617	16,621	16,365	16,272	16,316	16,310	16,500	16,790	16,842	16,743	16,409	16,621
Decennial Census	16,499	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	16,509	--	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 38.9

Male Median Age: 37.9

Female Median Age: 39.9

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	490	458	448	501	583	585	677	683	580	531	515	583	579	443	302	196	94	105
Female	440	487	499	422	465	560	623	594	506	498	516	598	556	499	319	234	166	174
Total	930	945	947	923	1,048	1,145	1,300	1,277	1,086	1,029	1,031	1,181	1,135	942	621	430	260	279

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	6,875	37.71%
Black:	5,825	31.95%
Hispanic:*	3,231	17.72%
Asian:	382	2.10%
American Indian:	113	0.62%
Hawaiian:	12	0.07%
Other:	1,795	9.84%
Total:	18,233	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	8,353	50.60%	37.9 years
Females:	8,156	49.40%	39.9 years
Total:	16,509	100%	38.9 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	13,024	78.36%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	316	1.90%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	731	4.40%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	2,550	19.74%
Total Population:	16,621	100%
Total Native Population:	13,340	80.26%
Total Foreign-born Population:	3,281	19.74%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2024, the Median household income is $39,950, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is up $5,399 (15.6%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,457. Family households earn a median of $60,570 versus $30,334 for nonfamily households (a difference of $30,236). By gender, male median income is $49,913 and female is $49,954, which is far less than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $41 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 56.9%, which is below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is well above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (27.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$34,551	$32,283	$32,561	$32,331	$33,849	$36,994	$39,711	$42,311	$44,407	$39,347	$41,275	$43,463	$43,786	$39,950
Median Family Income	$40,844	$39,032	$39,006	$41,021	$42,854	$46,030	$49,097	$52,246	$52,073	$54,321	$55,745	$62,458	$61,030	$60,570
Median NonFamily Income	$27,124	$24,000	$22,553	$21,667	$21,674	$23,495	$27,413	$28,310	$30,381	$24,296	$26,242	$27,676	$27,325	$30,334
Median Male Income	$35,283	$37,130	$37,986	$40,593	$40,786	$40,482	$40,869	$43,531	$42,804	$41,280	$44,650	$50,077	$48,929	$49,913
Median Female Income	$28,779	$29,884	$31,210	$32,018	$32,291	$32,399	$34,330	$33,139	$31,665	$35,865	$38,451	$43,153	$50,064	$49,954

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	6,991	53.04%
Unemployed:	465	3.53%
Not In Labor Force:	5,724	43.43%
Total:	13,180	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	1,913	27.36%
Service:	1,751	25.05%
Sales and Office:	1,274	18.22%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	1,382	19.77%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	671	9.60%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	6,991	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2024, the median home value is $241,300, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $98,900 (69.45%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $84,000. The median gross rent is $1,060, which is much lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $268 (33.84%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $178. Of occupied housing, owners make up 46.61% (50.70% with a mortgage, 49.30% free-and-clear) and renters 53.39% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.78%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$142,400	$139,600	$139,800	$141,200	$144,300	$150,800	$155,600	$159,500	$157,300	$142,700	$183,700	$212,000	$225,700	$241,300

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	125	3.24%
$500 to $999:	1,454	37.70%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,560	40.45%
$1,500 to $1,999:	535	13.87%
$2,000 to $2,499:	19	0.49%
$2,500 to $2,999:	10	0.26%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	154	3.99%
Total:	3,857	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$792	$817	$822	$832	$811	$842	$852	$888	$882	$909	$919	$994	$1,017	$1,060

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	1,707	23.63%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,660	22.98%
Renter Occupied:	3,857	53.39%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	7,224	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	7,224	90.22%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	783	9.78%
Total Housing Units:	8,007	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	4,947	61.78%
Multi-Family Units:	2,883	36.01%
Other Units:	177	2.21%
Total Housing Units:	8,007	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 22.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 75.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 19.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 42.30%, which is falls below the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 46.60%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 23.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), down 1.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.30 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (50.30%). College enrollment is 22.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	1,551	13.56%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	1,293	11.30%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,447	30.13%
Some college, no degree:	2,195	19.19%
Associate's degree:	344	3.01%
Bachelor's degree:	1,590	13.90%
Graduate or professional degree:	1,021	8.92%
Total:	11,441	100%
High school or higher:	8,597	75.14%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	2,611	22.82%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	6,549	39.08%
Public Insurance:	7,218	43.08%
No Insurance:	2,989	17.84%
Total:	16,756	100%
Has Health Insurance:	13,767	82.16%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	23.2%	23.7%	23.6%	20.0%	20.1%	15.7%	15.7%	14.9%	14.6%	16.0%	20.4%	20.6%	21.9%	23.4%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	237	6.26%
Kindergarten:	168	4.44%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,905	50.30%
High school (grades 9-12):	625	16.50%
College or graduate school:	852	22.50%
Total:	3,787	100%
Early Childhood:	405	10.69%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,698	71.24%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Gretna, Louisiana
Parish:	Jefferson Parish
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	8:55:59 AM
Population:	16,509 [See All]
Area Codes:	504 / 985
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	29.9143, -90.0567
Land Area:	3.424 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/70053/zip-code-70053.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	7,423Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	1,140Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	8,600Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	6,336Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	1,006Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	489Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$57,388,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$229,037,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	5,871Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	New Orleans-Metairie, LASource: Census
CBSA Number:	35380Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	1,167,764Source: Census
MSA:	New Orleans, LA MSASource: Census
Land Area:	3.424 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.448 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	1268.48 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	2231915Source: Census
Place Name:	Gretna city; LouisianaSource: Census

ZIP Code 70053 in Gretna, LA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 70053

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 70053

Sources & References