What are the schools like in Elmwood, LA?

Elmwood is served primarily by Jefferson Parish. The district operates 50 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 16 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.4:1.

What is the median household income in Elmwood?

The median household income in Elmwood, LA is $80,822 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.5%.

What is the weather like in Elmwood, LA?

Elmwood has an average high temperature of 64.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.3 inches.

Elmwood, LA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Elmwood, LA affordable or expensive?

Elmwood's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Elmwood is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $188,800 and the median rent is $1,446 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Elmwood, LA?

Elmwood has a violent crime rate of 390.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2629.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Elmwood, LA a Good Place to Live?

Elmwood is a small town of 6,081 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $80,822 and a 6.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Elmwood stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Elmwood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Elmwood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.1

Elmwood's overall cost of living index is 91.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Elmwood costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Elmwood, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$188,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,446	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	14.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$80,822	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Elmwood's violent crime rate is 390.1 per 100,000 residents — 3% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

390.1 /100k

Property Crime

2629.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Elmwood is served primarily by Jefferson Parish. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Elmwood, LA	National Avg
School District	Jefferson Parish	—
Elementary Schools	50	—
Middle Schools	7	—
High Schools	16	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	64.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Elmwood sees average highs of 64.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July, with 68.3 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Elmwood, LA
Average High — January	64.3°F
Average High — July	93.9°F
Annual Precipitation	68.3"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Elmwood, LA	National Avg
Population	6,081	—
Median Age	32.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	55.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.0%	18.9%
Asian	5.1%	6.3%
Under 18	18.0%	22.2%
65 and over	12.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Harahan, LA 2 mi Jefferson, LA 2 mi Bridge City, LA 2 mi River Ridge, LA 2 mi Waggaman, LA 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Elmwood

Elmwood, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

70123

Elmwood vs Other Cities

Elmwood, LA vs Harahan, LA Elmwood, LA vs Jefferson, LA Elmwood, LA vs Bridge City, LA Elmwood, LA vs River Ridge, LA Elmwood, LA vs Waggaman, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmwood, LA affordable or expensive?

Elmwood's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Elmwood roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $188,800 and median rent is $1,446/month.

What is the crime rate in Elmwood, LA?

Elmwood's violent crime rate is 390.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2629.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Elmwood?

Public schools in Elmwood are operated by Jefferson Parish. The district has 50 elementary, 7 middle, and 16 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1. 64.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Elmwood, LA a good place to live?

Elmwood, LA has a population of 6,081, a median household income of $80,822, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Elmwood?

Elmwood averages 64.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 68.3 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Elmwood?

Elmwood, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 70123.

What is the population of Elmwood?

The population of Elmwood, Louisiana is 6,081 with a median age of 32.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Elmwood?

Key numbers for living in Elmwood: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $188,800, median household income $80,822, crime index 112 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Elmwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.