The 3 Best Independent Living Communities in New Orleans, LA

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The 3 Best Independent Living Communities in New Orleans, LA

3 communities near New Orleans, Louisiana

Chateau de Notre Dame senior living community featuring urban architecture, city transportation, and vehicles.

Chateau de Notre Dame Assisted Living

2820 Burdette Street, New Orleans, LA 70125Nursing HomeAssisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Opened in 1977 and located on the historic Archdiocese grounds in Uptown New Orleans, Chateau de Notre Dame features elegant accommodations and takes pride in building a spirited sense of community for its residents. Chateau residents may live freely in our independent living corridors or enjoy the support of our amazing staff in our assisted living program. At Chateau de Notre Dame, seniors can m...

Ville St. Marie Senior Living Community

4112 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, LA 70121Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Nestled in the middle of a lush, green landscape just a short walk from the mighty Mississippi River, Ville Ste. Marie strives to exceed your expectations. Whether your lifestyle is active and independent or requires the assistance of a caring professional staff, we're ready to help you live your best life with senior living in New Orleans, LA.

The Blake at Colonial Club

7904 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, LA 70123Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

"I visited The Blake today for the first time and thought it was really nice. The property is gorgeous with red tiled roof and there is even a pilates room. This was my first tour so I don't know yet how this will compare, but we staff seemed friendly and the residents seemed happy. Definitely on our list!" - Verónica

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01Costs of independent living in the New Orleans area
02Get to know independent living in New Orleans area
03Get to know New Orleans area

Cost of independent living in New Orleans area

According to Seniorly’s 2022-2023 pricing data, families are paying an average of $5,420 per month for independent living communities in New Orleans. The national average for independent living costs in 2022 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in New Orleans are 4% lower than the national average.

Compare average cost of independent living in New Orleans, LA with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in New Orleans, LA with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Independent Living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$3,223/mo

Kenner

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$4,818/mo

Covington

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$5,294/mo

Mandeville

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Cost of care trends and insights for New Orleans, LA

How are Independent Living costs New Orleans this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 13.51% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, independent living in New Orleans, LA is $5,420/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: New Orleans, LA (2023)

$5,420

+13.51% year over year

Get to know independent living in New Orleans, LA

Number of independent living communities in New Orleans, LA

Number of independent living communities in Orleans County

Independent Living amenities in New Orleans, LA

100% of these independent living are verified

100% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

100% of these independent living offer fitness activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

33% of these independent living offer physical therapy

33% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in New Orleans, LA

Excellent

Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

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Average Seniorly Community Score by city

9.9

Kenner

1 independent living communities

8.4

Covington

2 independent living communities

4.8

Mandeville

1 independent living communities

Get to know New Orleans area

Demographics

Total population: 390,845

34% of population is 50+ years old, 14% is 65+ years old

Median income: $52,454

The poverty rate is 12% higher for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

Diversity

60% of population identify themselves as Black, 3% as Asian, 5% as Hispanic, and 34% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $1,164 per month

Nearby access to 3 grocery stores and farmers market

Nearby access to 3 parks

Crime rate: 546 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 76 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 45.9 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 0 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0% of people are exposed to violations

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
New Orleans	$3,808
Gretna	$3,840
Marrero	$3,426
Metairie	$3,932
Kenner	$3,211
Mandeville	$3,659
Slidell	$3,909
Covington	$3,802
Hammond	$3,187
Houma	$4,853
Picayune	$3,609

Helpful Resources

Understanding the Cost of Independent Living

Independent Living: Your Definitive Guide for 2023

How To Evaluate Independent Living Communities

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