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Marrero, LA

Marrero is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. Marrero is on the south side (referred to as the "West Bank") of the Mississippi River, within the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner metropolitan statistical area. The population was 32,382 at the 2020 U.S. census.

Marrero was named in honor of the Louisiana politician and founder of Marrero Land Company, Louis H. Marrero. The area was originally referred to and shown on maps as "Amesville", after the Boston businessman Oakes Ames, who purchased much of the land following the Civil War. In February 1916, the U.S. Postmaster officially changed the name of the Post Office to "Marrero".

Louis Herman Marrero was born in Adams County, Mississippi, on July 17, 1847. When he was a child his family moved to St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. During his school years at Jackson, Louisiana, the Civil War began, and Marrero joined Captain Scott's Command, later known as the 25th Louisiana Regiment.

Marrero is located west of the Intracoastal Canal on the Mississippi River, at coordinates 29°53′10″N 90°6′36″W (29.886017, -90.109930). It is bordered to the east by Harvey, to the west by Westwego, and to the north, across the Mississippi, by New Orleans.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Marrero CDP has a total area of 8.6 square miles (22.3 km²), of which 8.0 sq mi (20.6 km²) is land and 0.66 sq mi (1.7 km²), or 7.66%, are water.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Marrero. Ochsner Health System and West Jefferson Medical Center offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness and Marrero CrossFit offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Start your day with a relaxing visit to the Barataria Preserve, where you can enjoy scenic trails and wildlife observation.  For those looking to stay fit, Bayou Barn provides an excellent venue for outdoor activities and events. Another great spot is Nicholson Playground, perfect for a family picnic or a casual stroll.

The top sites in Marrero, LA are the Audubon Insectarium, Jackson Square, and The National WWII Museum.

Population: 32,382 (2020). ZIP Codes: 70072, 70073. Area code: 504. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Area: 7.79 sq mi (20.16 km²).

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What are the demographics of Marrero, LA?

Marrero is a city located in Jefferson Parish Louisiana. Marrero has a 2024 population of 32,153. Marrero is currently growing at a rate of 0.23% annually and its population has increased by 1.27% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 31,751 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Marrero was Black or African American: 49.2%, White: 36.7%, Asian: 5.91%, Two or more races: 4.83%, Other race: 2.96%, Native American: 0.29%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.12%.

What is the history of Marrero, LA?

Marrero is a census-designated place located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Marrero is on the south side, referred to as the “West Bank” of the Mississippi River. Marrero was named in honor of the Louisiana politician and founder of Marrero Land Company, Louis Herman Marrero. The area was originally referred to and shown on maps as Amesville, after the Boston businessman Oakes Ames, who purchased much of the land following the Civil War.

What is the crime rate in Marrero, LA?

The crime rate in Marrero is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 28 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Marrero is 1 in 36. Based on FBI crime data, Marrero is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Louisiana, Marrero has a crime rate that is higher than 76% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

Jefferson Parish

Arklasda History

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

Audubon Insectarium

Jackson Square

The National WWII Museum

Ochsner Health System

West Jefferson Medical Center

Anytime Fitness

Marrero CrossFit

Barataria Preserve

Bayou Barn

Nicholson Playground

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