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Area Code 504 Trends and Insights

Area code 504 encompasses a vibrant and diverse community. According to public data sources, the area's population has shown moderate growth over the past decade, increasing from around 890,000 in 2012 to almost 940,000 by 2024. This growth is predominantly driven by the largest counties, Jefferson and Orleans Parishes, which together house most of the population. Demographically, the area shows a majority White population of approximately 51%, followed closely by about 42% Black or African American residents. Economic trends reveal a consistent income gap between the area's median and the national average, despite a gradual increase in household incomes over time.

Call Complaint Trends

According to FCC complaint metrics, area code 504 has seen significant changes in communication patterns from 2014 to 2024. Wireless/mobile complaints peaked notably in 2017 while complaints regarding wired services have declined. VOIP complaints have steadily grown, indicating a shift in communication preferences. Speaking to the nature of complaints, reports of prerecorded voice calls and live voice interactions have decreased considerably since their peak in the mid-2010s. Meanwhile, unwanted call complaints surged in 2016 but have been on a gradual decline since then. Interestingly, complaints related to unsolicited text messages began to rise in 2024, emphasizing evolving concerns in this community.