Chalmette, Louisiana Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Chalmette, Louisiana is 22,447 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest city in Louisiana. The median household income is $56,875, the median home value is $203,800, and the median age is 34.6.
22,447
Population
3129
People / sq mi
$56,875
Median Income
$203,800
Median Home Value
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Chalmette covers 7.2 sq mi of land at 3129 people per square mile.
About Chalmette, LA
The poverty rate is what most separates Chalmette from the typical city: 21.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 22,447 residents, Chalmette is a city in Louisiana. It ranks #19 among cities in Louisiana by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $56,875, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 21.1%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $203,800, with typical rent around $1,089.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 14.7%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Chalmette: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.4% |
| Black or African American | 26.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$56,875
Median Household Income
$29,077
Per Capita Income
21.1%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$203,800
Median Home Value
$1,089
Median Rent
59.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
82.9%
High School+
14.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
80.6%
Public Transit
6.5%
Work From Home
28.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.1%
Foreign Born
88.1%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
16.3%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
90.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.4% |
| Construction | 10.4% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Manufacturing | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Information | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chalmette, Louisiana has a population of 22,447 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest city in Louisiana.
The median household income in Chalmette, Louisiana is $56,875, with 21.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Chalmette, Louisiana is $203,800, with median monthly rent at $1,089 and a homeownership rate of 59.9%.
The median age in Chalmette, Louisiana is 34.6 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
Chalmette Cdp, LA Climate
Chalmette Cdp, LA has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F) and receives about 1588 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.4°C
Avg Temp
1588
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 53° | 137 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 142 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 135 mm |
| April | 20° / 68° | 117 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 125 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 134 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 169 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 159 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 142 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 79 mm |
| November | 16° / 62° | 119 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 130 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Chalmette Cdp, LA
The most comfortable months to visit Chalmette Cdp, LA are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.