St. Bernard, New Orleans’ most historic neighbor
St. Bernard Parish is a bountiful, bucolic community located just five miles downriver from the French Quarter and City of New Orleans. It borders Jefferson Parish to the west, Plaquemines Parish to the south, and Orleans Parish’s Algiers neighborhood to the west – and conveniently across the Mississippi River.
St. Bernard is home to over 48,000 residents who have chosen this locale for its rural and suburban lifestyle options, historic European-style architecture, boundless natural assets, and overabundance of thriving small businesses to patronize – from fashion boutiques to homestyle restaurants. Our seemingly endless miles of scenic riverfront, with stunning views of New Orleans from our extensive biking and walking trails, are enjoyed by visitors and residents alike.
While St. Bernard boasts a significant historical role in the development of greater New Orleans’ centuries of traditions, legacy industries, and unparalleled cultural offerings, this vital Parish also serves as a place of firsts: first-time homeowners, college students, entrepreneurs and business owners, retirees and young families. It is a place where opportunity is accessible – and realized – whether launching a business, purchasing a home, or engaging in a strong community.
Downriver, where opportunity awaits.
Local Economy, Assets & Opportunity
Historically seen as the most fertile farmland in the Greater New Orleans area, St. Bernard Parish has played many roles in the city’s lore: agricultural powerhouse, industrial producer, fishing capital, leader in disaster relief, and now, a home to film, healthcare, innovation, and a future hub of the greater New Orleans region’s international port system.
up $273 million pre-pandemic
St. Bernard at a Glance
Just 5 miles east of downtown New Orleans, our historic riverfront community is vibrant, scenic, and welcoming.
Place
26,212
Cars on Judge Perez
Drive Daily
20,793
Cars on St. Bernard
Highway Daily
72,501
Total Cars Entering
the Parish Daily
14
Miles of
Riverfront Land
6
Miles of Intercoastal
Highway Access
444
Acres of Historical Land
Eligible for Tax Credits
Sources: St. Bernard Parish Government, DataUSA.io, TownCharts
People
48,172
Population
$44,700
Median Household Income
68%
of Households are Families
$143,367
Average St. Bernard Parish Home Value
7%
Expected Population Growth by 2025
6.6%
Expected Income Growth by 2025
Sources: St. Bernard Parish Government, DataUSA.io, TownCharts, Emsi 2021
Robert E. Showalter, CFO, Boasso America Corporation
“In all the cities Boasso operates, there is none that can compare to the hard work ethic and strong family values of the St. Bernard community.”
Key Industries
Healthcare
St. Bernard Parish Hospital | managed by Ochsner Health Systems
Petrochemical
Chalmette Refining, Valero Meraux Refinery, Rain Carbon
Transportation & Maritime
St. Bernard Port, Boasso Global
Creative
The Ranch Film Studios
Food Services
ASR Group | Domino Sugar
Top Employment Sectors
Healthcare
12.7%
Construction
11.4%
Retail
10.5%
Food Services
9.7%
An Unbeatable Quality of Life
From our world-class marinas to our burgeoning arts and culture district, St. Bernard has something for everyone.
Things are looking up downriver.
Connectivity
Accessible by car through two main roads via New Orleans, along with a direct route to I-10 via highway 510 and the Lower Algiers/Chalmette Ferry.
3 Opportunity Zones
3 zones spanning over 2085 acres in Arabi, Chalmette, and the Mississippi River coastline.
Higher Education
Home to Elaine P. Nunez Community College, one of the leading technical education institutes in Louisiana.
An LED Certified Tract
The Sinclair Tract, positioned right between the Parish’s two main roads, sits certified and ready for development.
Cultural District
Old Arabi, the entryway into St. Bernard from New Orleans, has 310 acres of culture, arts, retail, and river frontage.
Recreation & Open Space
The Parish boasts one national historic park, one state park, and the newly renovated Val Riess Park – Louisiana’s premier baseball & softball complex, as well as over 30 miles of biking trails and recreational spaces on the river and surrounding wetlands.
Festivals & Annual Events
St. Bernard has something for everyone: a Battle of New Orleans Commemoration for history buffs, Cruzin Da Parish for car enthusiasts, Blues, Brews & BBQ, a hot air balloon festival, a sugar festival, and so much more.
