This dynamic, friendly, and organized community on the west bank of Mississippi River has an estimated population of 17500 inhabitants according to the latest census. Serving Jefferson as its parish seat, this land settled in the 1830s reports a median household income of $28000 and a per capita income of $15700. Served by the Jefferson Parish Public Schools, this territory is attended by Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital and Meadowcrest Hospital. Birthplace of Keith Talamo, this corner of Louisiana is full of notable locations to visit such as Gretna Ferry Landing, Perry Street Wharf, and Gretna Village Shopping Center.