Metairie Louisiana Map
Metairie, Louisiana — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Metairie, Jefferson Parish.
Interactive Map of Metairie, Louisiana
| City | Metairie |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| County | Jefferson Parish |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 29.984092 |
| Longitude | -90.152852 |
| Population | 139,729 |
| Density | 2317.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Metairie, Louisiana
Metairie is a locality in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. With a population of 139,729, Metairie is a major urban centre in Louisiana. The population density is 2317.3 people per km². Metairie is located at 29.9841°N, 90.1529°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 70002.
Metairie, a sprawling suburban expanse adjacent to New Orleans, owes its existence to the fertile crescent of land bordering Lake Pontchartrain. It lies 5.1 miles west-north-west of New Orleans, LA (from New Orleans, LA: bearing 294°T), and is situated 5.4 miles east of Kenner. Historically, this area was characterized by marshlands and bayous, a landscape shaped by the alluvial deposits of the Mississippi River and the brackish influence of the lake. Early development was slow, often tied to agriculture and fishing, but the post-World War II era saw Metairie transform into a significant residential and commercial hub. Its economy today is largely service-oriented, with a robust retail sector and a growing presence in healthcare and professional services, reflecting its role as a vibrant economic engine within Jefferson Parish. The air here often carries the humid scent of the Gulf Coast, a constant reminder of its subtropical setting. The cultural fabric of Metairie is a rich blend of its Louisiana heritage, marked by a distinctively Southern yet cosmopolitan flair. While not boasting ancient ruins, the area presents a modern landscape dotted with shopping centers and residential neighborhoods that hum with a steady, everyday energy. Among notable landmarks, the Lakeside Shopping Center stands as a testament to its commercial growth. Metairie is also home to several well-regarded educational institutions, drawing students from across the region. Though it doesn't have professional sports teams of its own, it shares in the fervent passion for football and basketball that defines greater New Orleans. Major events often echo the city's Mardi Gras traditions, with parades and celebrations permeating the calendar. Famous individuals who have called Metairie home span various fields, contributing to its diverse cultural profile.
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About This Metairie Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Metairie, Louisiana with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Metairie and Jefferson Parish. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Metairie is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Metairie is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
