Metairie Terrace, Louisiana

Metairie Terrace: A census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.

About

Metairie Terrace is a city located in the county of Jefferson Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana.

Metairie Terrace is a neighborhood within the city of Metairie, Louisiana, which is part of Jefferson Parish in the New Orleans metropolitan area.

The neighborhood was developed in the early 1920s as one of the first "suburbs" of New Orleans. Wealthy New Orleanians built large homes in Metairie Terrace, drawn by its location near prestigious Metairie Golf Club and Metairie Race Track.

The area grew rapidly through the 1950s and 1960s. Grand avenues like Metairie Road were lined with mansions, some built in the Colonial Revival style. Metairie Terrace became known as an upscale, tranquil community.

Key Facts About Modern Metairie Terrace

Here are some key details about Metairie Terrace today:

• Location: It is bordered by Metairie Road, Labarre Road, Ridgelake Drive and Arlington Drive. The neighborhood is close to Lafreniere Park.
• Character: Metairie Terrace retains its upscale, suburban character. Home sizes, styles, and property values vary but many are large, custom-built houses on spacious lots.
• Amenities: Amenities include the Lafreniere Park Golf Course, Saint Clement of Rome Catholic Church and School, and several small parks. It also has easy access to major roads, retail, dining, and more.
• Demographics: By the 2010s, the population was about 50% white, 45% African American, and 5% Hispanic or Latino. Residents tend to be prosperous professionals, business owners, and their families.

Though no longer completely secluded, Metairie Terrace remains one of the most desirable neighborhoods in suburban New Orleans. Its prime location, custom homes, and tree-lined streets maintain its reputation.

Quick Facts about Metairie Terrace

Population	142,489
Country	United States of America
State	Louisiana (United States)
County	Jefferson Parish
Latitude & Longitude	29.9785,-90.1640
Altitude	3 feet / 1 meters
Time Zone	America/Chicago
Local time	20:20:03 (16th April 2026)
Weather	85℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather

Geography

Metairie Terrace is located at 29°58'43"N 90°9'50"W (29.9785400, -90.1639600).

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Weather

85°F

Mostly Sunny

5 to 10 mph S Thursday

Mostly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Distance to Other Cities

Metairie Terrace distances to largest Louisiana cities

• New Orleans
• Baton Rouge
• Shreveport
• Metairie
• Lafayette
• Lake Charles
• Bossier City
• Kenner
• Monroe
• Alexandria
• Marrero
• Houma
• Laplace
• Central
• New Iberia
• Slidell
• Terrytown
• Ruston