CITY · LA
What county is New Orleans, LA in?
New Orleans, LA is mostly in Orleans Parish. County FIPS code 22071, population 364,136 (2023 estimate).
County details
- City
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Primary county
- Orleans Parish
- FIPS code
- 22071
- County population
- 364,136
Some cities extend into more than one county. New Orleans is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.
Questions
What county is New Orleans in?
New Orleans, LA is mostly in Orleans Parish.
What is the county seat of Orleans Parish?
County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.
Can a city be in two counties?
Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.