Chalmette

Chalmette, Louisiana Overview

Chalmette earns an overall grade of D with a composite score of 39.1 out of 100, ranking #940 of 20 cities in Louisiana. The city's strongest category is Affordability (75/100) while its biggest challenge is Outdoor Access (10/100).

Income & Employment in Chalmette

The median household income in Chalmette is $56,875 according to Census ACS data.

Cost of Living in Chalmette

Cost of living data helps residents compare affordability across cities. The median home value is $203,800. Median monthly rent is $1,089.

Health & Wellness in Chalmette

The adult obesity rate in Chalmette is 42.7% according to CDC PLACES data. The diabetes prevalence rate is 14.2%. Residents report an average of 21.7 poor mental health days per month. These health indicators are important for assessing overall quality of life in Chalmette, Louisiana.

Education & Schools in Chalmette

Chalmette has 5 public schools serving 4,744 students. The high school graduation rate is 93%, well above the national average. The student-teacher ratio is 14.5:1, indicating smaller class sizes. The district spends $13,986 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Chalmette

Chalmette has an annual average temperature of 71.6°F. Summers average 84.8°F. Winters average 59.4°F. The city receives approximately 47.9 inches of precipitation per year.

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