How Many Real Estate Brokerages Are in Orleans Parish?
As of 2023, Orleans Parish has 182 real estate brokerages, or 4.8 per 10,000 residents, ranking #3 of 31 Louisiana parishes with published figures. That is above the Louisiana statewide rate of 2.5 per 10,000.
The count rose from 128 in 2018 to 182 in 2023, a change of +54 (+42%).
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Compared with the state and the top-ranked parish
| Place | Real estate brokerages | Population (2023) | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orleans Parish | 182 | 376,035 | 4.8 | #3 of 31 |
| Louisiana (statewide) | 1,156 | 4,621,025 | 2.5 | — |
| Ascension Parish | 64 | 128,593 | 5.0 | #1 of 31 |
Real estate brokerages in nearby places
| Place | Real estate brokerages | Per 10,000 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans metro area parent metro | 306 | 3.1 | #3 of 10 |
| Jefferson Parish | 107 | 2.5 | #10 of 31 |
| St. Bernard Parish | 4 | 0.9 | #25 of 31 |
| St. Charles Parish | 8 | 1.5 | #20 of 31 |
| St. Tammany Parish | 135 | 5.0 | #1 of 31 |
| St. John the Baptist Parish | Not published (fewer than 3) | — | — |
| Lafourche Parish | 9 | 0.9 | #25 of 31 |
Nearest parishes by distance between centers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Orleans Parish a competitive market for real estate brokerages?
Orleans Parish has more real estate brokerages per resident than 93% of the other 30 Louisiana parishes with published figures, and its density of 4.8 per 10,000 residents is above the statewide rate of 2.5. The index measures how many establishments exist relative to population: supply, not demand or profitability.
How does Orleans Parish compare to Ascension Parish?
Ascension Parish ranks #1 among Louisiana parishes with 64 real estate brokerages, or 5.0 per 10,000 residents. Orleans Parish has 4.8.
Other industries in Orleans Parish
- Plumbing & HVAC contractors
- Electrical contractors
- Insulation & drywall contractors
- Roofing contractors
- Landscaping services
- Pest control services
- Law offices
- Accounting & CPA firms
- Insurance agencies
- Dentists
- Chiropractors
- Physicians' offices
- Home health care
- Assisted living facilities
- Veterinary services
- Full-service restaurants
- Hair salons
- Fitness centers
- Auto repair shops
- Hotels & lodging
- Remodeling contractors
- Cleaning services
- Auto body shops
- Physical therapy clinics
- Painting contractors
- Flooring contractors
- Moving companies
- Locksmiths
- Pool services
- Tire shops
- Used car dealers
- Towing services
- Property management
- Mortgage brokers
- Title companies
- Funeral homes
- Trucking companies
- Self storage
- Optometrists
- Counseling & mental health
- Pharmacies
- Child care centers
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Bars & lounges
- Nail salons
- Spas & massage
- Pet grooming & boarding
- Seafood markets
Orleans Parish: all 50 industries
Source: Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 (NAICS 531210, establishments) and American Community Survey 2023 five-year population estimates. Establishments are locations, not companies; home-based and self-employed businesses without paid employees are not included. Change compares 2023 with 2018. See the methodology.