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About Barataria
Barataria is a small fishing-village census-designated place with roughly 1,100 residents on Bayou Barataria in lower Jefferson Parish, south of Lafitte.
Home prices in Barataria
The median listing price in Barataria is $289,000.
Top places in Barataria
- Bayou Barataria — shrimping and crabbing waters.
- Working seafood docks and family-run shrimp operations.
- Barataria Preserve (Jean Lafitte National Historical Park) — nearby wetland trails.
- Historic privateer lore of Barataria Bay.
Commuting from Barataria
- Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 45 minutes (approximate; ~35 miles via LA 45/Barataria Blvd and the Crescent City Connection).
- Main route: Barataria Boulevard (LA 45) north through Lafitte to the West Bank Expressway.
- No transit service; a car is required.
Schools in Barataria
Public schools: Jefferson Parish Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Barataria FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Barataria, LA?
The median listing price in Barataria is $289,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Barataria, LA?
Drive to downtown New Orleans: about 45 minutes (approximate; ~35 miles via LA 45/Barataria Blvd and the Crescent City Connection). - Which school district serves Barataria, LA?
Barataria is served by Jefferson Parish Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.