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Kenner, Louisiana

city · Jefferson Parish

At a glance

64,904
Population
$246,300
Median home value (all homes)
19% below U.S. median
$273,203
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,179/mo
Median rent
13% below U.S. median
$64,020
Median household income
18% below U.S. median
25.3 min
Average commute
87.6%
Homes with broadband
60.8%
Locations with fiber available
6.6%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 97 — 3% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing1% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities2% above
Taxes19% below
Insurance43% above
Commute cost16% below
For business: Louisiana is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Colleges in town:
Herzing University-Kenner Graduate degrees
Nearest 4-year college1 mi
Nearest community college8 mi
Nearest technical college1 mi
High school graduates84.9%
College graduates29.1%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Kenner
The City of Kenner Department of Community Development administers federal, state, and local funding for housing, social services, and neighborhood revitalization, and works with other city departments, government agencies, non-profits, and private organizations to improve residents' quality of life.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
American Electric Power's Economic Development page outlines the company's site selection services, energy solutions, and resources to help businesses locate and grow within AEP's service territory across 11 states.
state Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development
Industrial, Agricultural & Commercial Development for Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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