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Quality of Life
With a population of nearly half a million, New Orleans is the largest city in Louisiana. Its greatest claims to fame are its noted French Quarter and the annual Mardi Gras celebration. Although it only comes once a year, Mardi Gras symbolizes the spirit of New Orleans. When the French brought the Mardi Gras tradition to the region, it was just a carnival celebrated the day before Lent. But New Orleans transformed the simple celebration into an extravaganza, with parades, live music, wild parties, flashy street dances and elaborate costumes.

With its rich heritage combining Creole, Cajun and French elements, New Orleans spices up residents. lives and its local dishes, like gumbo, andouille sausage, etouffees, sauce piquantes, cayenne pepper, Tabasco and crawfish. The senses tingle and bodies move to the beat with the sounds of jazz, blues and zydeco. New Orleans' history, nightlife and Old World charm make it a magical place to live. The cobblestone streets of the historic French Quarter, world-class museums and galleries, architecture that ranges from opulent to whimsical—this city has it all.

Where the Jobs Are
It should come as no surprise that tourism and its related services are a major force in New Orleans' economy, and a huge source of jobs, with more than 7 million visitors coming to New Orleans each year (a lot of them for Mardi Gras, of course). In addition, the city has one of the world's busiest and largest international ports. Manufacturing, mining, healthcare, telecommunications and oil are also significant sectors.

Cost of Living & Apartment Prices
Ambitious programs to renovate abandoned and blighted properties throughout New Orleans mean that there has been a recent increase in homes and apartments to buy and rent. There are plenty of choices when it comes to apartments for rent in New Orleans, in a range of sizes, styles and prices. The median price for all apartments is $515 per month, with average two-bedroom apartment rentals coming in at $700 per month.

Neighborhoods to Explore
Apartments for rent are available all over the city, and you'll find everything from historic homes divided into tiny apartments to modern luxury apartment rentals with every amenity you could ask for. If living in the middle of culture and history appeals to you, try the French Quarter or the Garden District. Want something more modern? Check out the Warehouse District, Metairie and Kenner.