Dec 22, 2025 · This summary presents a sampling of economic information for the area; supplemental data are provided for regions and the nation. Subjects include unemployment, employment, wages, …

Jan 10, 2026 · New Orleans has always been primarily a commercial centre, with manufacturing playing a secondary role in its economic life. The busy harbour, besides adding to the city’s cosmopolitan …

Nov 11, 2025 · The only reliable way to increase tax revenue coming into the city coffers is to grow the economy and attract new business into the city. To avoid future deficits, the city will need to diversify …

The New Orleans economy is dominated by four major sectors: oil/gas and related activities, tourism, the port and ship/boat building, and aerospace manufacturing.

New Orleans’ rich cultural heritage, including music, cuisine, and arts, significantly contributes to its economy. The city is a hub for jazz music, with numerous festivals, concerts, and events drawing …

Aug 26, 2025 · In the 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has experienced uneven economic growth. The situation is exacerbated by a large wealth gap between Black and White residents.

New Orleans was founded upon the vibrant success of commerce generated by a location at the intersection of the Mississippi River and Gulf of Mexico, which sowed the seeds of a regional …

For years, Greater New Orleans has strategically focused on five key industry clusters— Advanced Manufacturing, Digital Media, Energy, Healthcare, and Trade & Logistics. These sectors have …

Sep 3, 2024 · The Quarterly Economic Review presented to the Revenue Estimating Conference is intended to provide a continuing source for information regarding City finances as well as economic …

Oct 17, 2025 · New Orleans area economy shows signs of both, experts say. The New Orleans area economy is hampered by a shrinking population and a sluggish real estate market that has been …