New Orleans, United States: innovation profile

New Orleans is number 310 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 16. It is home to 1 R&D lab, 3 startups, 5 investors and 1 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• Entergy Corporation (#599)

Startups

• Nest Healthcare
• ProKeep
• Rep Data

Investors

• Benson Capital Partners
• Black Bay Partners
• Carr's Hill Partners
• Freegulliver
• Search Fund Accelerator

R&D labs

Agricultural Research Service - Southeast Area.