The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 70094 sells for about $175,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 70094 — Westwego
The housing market in 70094 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation. Demand is supported by affordability relative to the broader metro area, though inventory levels remain constrained. Market activity is driven by local workforce needs and steady interest from first-time buyers and investors.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to the New Orleans urban core, while also attracting investors looking for income-producing properties.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 18.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 70094, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Westwego area are generally consistent with regional averages for Jefferson Parish, though specific neighborhood trends vary. Local law enforcement maintains a standard presence, and residents are encouraged to utilize community safety resources.
Schools serving the 70094 ZIP code are part of the Jefferson Parish Public School System, which provides a range of educational options with varying performance ratings across the district.
The area is located in a low-lying region of southeast Louisiana, necessitating awareness of flood risks and adherence to local building codes for wind and storm resilience.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the New Orleans industrial corridor and the Mississippi River, with ongoing residential development in the Waggaman and Bridge City sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Louisiana) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 10% of its fair market value. The tax liability is calculated by applying the local millage rate to the assessed value. A homestead exemption of $75,000 of the assessed value is available for owner-occupied primary residences.
Residents typically commute via the West Bank Expressway (US-90) toward downtown New Orleans and the surrounding employment hubs, with travel times varying based on bridge traffic.
The area features access to local parks, community centers, and proximity to the Mississippi River levee trails, with shopping and dining options concentrated along the main thoroughfares.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of single-family homes and multi-unit properties, with steady demand from local workers and a moderate vacancy rate.
The economy is anchored by industrial, logistics, and maritime sectors along the Mississippi River, supported by a diverse local workforce.
Transportation is heavily reliant on the West Bank Expressway and local arterial roads, with limited public transit options compared to the New Orleans city center.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the maintenance of existing industrial infrastructure.
The Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office manages property valuations and maintains the tax rolls for the jurisdiction.
Parcels are subject to Jefferson Parish property taxes and various special service districts for fire protection, drainage, and utility services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's flood zone designations and the regional risk profile for hurricanes.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Dave & Buster's New Orleans3.710 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.16.5 mi
- Game On Social Hub4.510.3 mi
- K1 Speed New Orleans4.67.7 mi
- Storyland4.511 mi
- Caesars Superdome4.69.8 mi
- New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center4.510.3 mi
- Smoothie King Center4.69.7 mi
- Preservation Hall4.710.9 mi
- The Sazerac House4.910.5 mi
- The National WWII Museum4.810 mi
- French Market4.511.2 mi
- Audubon Aquarium4.410.7 mi
- Audubon Zoo4.56.3 mi
- Jackson Square4.711 mi
- The National WWII Museum4.810 mi
- Jackson Square4.711 mi
- Napoleon House4.610.8 mi
- New Orleans Museum of Art4.711.1 mi
- The Sazerac House4.910.5 mi
- Jackson Square4.711 mi
- Audubon Park4.76.6 mi
- New Orleans City Park4.812.1 mi
- Louis Armstrong Park4.511 mi
- Lafreniere Park4.79.7 mi
- New Orleans RV Resort & Marina4.215.5 mi
- Mid City Yacht Club4.59.9 mi
- Jean Lafitte Harbor4.815.3 mi
- Southern Yacht Club4.512.9 mi
- Seabrook Harbor & Marine4.515.4 mi
- TPC Louisiana4.63.2 mi
- Bayou Oaks At City Park412.8 mi
- Golf Club at Audubon Park4.46.7 mi
- Chateau Golf & Country Club4.512 mi
- Loft18 Metairie4.58.7 mi
- Lakeside Shopping Center4.410.6 mi
- French Market4.511.2 mi
- Riverwalk Outlets4.410.5 mi
- Rouses Market4.510 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.28.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A community hub for local produce and events.
Provides space for walking, jogging, and cycling.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).